Butterscotch Caramel Puppy Chow

Here’s a delicious and easy Butterscotch Caramel Puppy Chow (a.k.a. Muddy Buddies) recipe! This sweet snack is perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you’re craving a crunchy, caramel-y treat.

🍯 Butterscotch Caramel Puppy Chow

📝 Ingredients:

• 6 cups Rice Chex cereal

• 1 cup butterscotch chips

• 1/4 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (more or less to taste)

• 1/2 tsp sea salt (optional, for a salted caramel version)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Prepare a large mixing bowl with the Rice Chex and set aside.

2. Melt the mixture:

   • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butterscotch chips, caramel sauce, and butter.

   • Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.

   • Stir in the vanilla extract.

3. Coat the cereal:

   • Pour the warm butterscotch caramel mixture over the cereal.

   • Gently fold with a spatula until the cereal is evenly coated.

4. Add powdered sugar:

   • Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag or a large container with a lid.

   • Add the powdered sugar, seal, and shake well until fully coated.

   • If desired, sprinkle in sea salt and shake again.

5. Cool and serve:

   • Spread the mixture on a baking sheet to cool and dry for about 10–15 minutes.

   • Once set, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

🧁 Optional Add-ins:

• Mini pretzels

• Toffee bits

• Mini marshmallows

• Chopped pecans or peanuts