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Salted Caramel Pretzel Puppy Chow

Salted Caramel Pretzel Puppy Chow: Sweet, Salty Bliss Awaits

This Salted Caramel Pretzel Puppy Chow brings sweet and salty together in a delightful no-bake snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 6 cups Rice Chex cereal Crunchy base for texture
  • 2 cups mini pretzel twists Adds crunch and saltiness
For the Coating
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter For a smooth coating
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce Choose homemade or store-bought
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Rich chocolate flavor
For the Sweet Dusting
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar For a classic sweet finish

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • Spatula
  • gallon-sized ziplock bag
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex cereal and mini pretzel twists and gently stir.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter and caramel sauce over medium-low heat, stirring until smooth.
  3. Pour the caramel coating over the cereal and pretzel mixture, tossing gently until coated.
  4. While warm, sprinkle in chocolate chips and stir until they slightly melt and are evenly mixed.
  5. Transfer mixture into a ziplock bag, add powdered sugar, seal and shake until coated.
  6. Spread onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and cool for about 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider substituting half of the caramel with peanut butter. Avoid refrigeration to keep pretzels crispy.

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