I saw the first pop of red leaves as I drove down our street the other day, and literally stopped in the middle of the street to stare in wonder. My daughter thought I was a bit loco. There’s just something about that first whisper of fall—when the air carries a hint of crispness, and sweaters and tall boots seem just right. It’s the season of gathering close, of cozy corners and simple, sweet comforts. That’s exactly where this Cinnamon Toast Puppy Chow fits in—with its warm cinnamon scent, a dusting of powdered sugar, and crunchy little bites that feel like a hug on a chilly day. It’s the kind of treat that invites you to slow down, savor a moment, and perhaps read aloud to the kids—or just enjoy a quiet, cozy pause together.
Cinnamon Toast Puppy Chow
Ingredients for Cinnamon Toast Puppy Chow
- 8oz Wilton white melting wafers (2/3 of a bag)
- 3 Cups Rice Chex
- 4 T cinnamon
- 1 Cup powdered sugar
Directions for Cinnamon Toast Puppy Chow
- Melt 8oz of Wilton white melting wafers in your microwave on 50% power in 30 second intervals, until melted, stirring in between
- Add 1 T cinnamon to the melted chocolate and mix well
- Pour chocolate over 3 cups Rice Chex and mix gently
- Add your remaining 3 T of cinnamon to 1 Cup of powdered sugar in a gallon Ziploc bag
- Pour your chocolate covered Rice Chex into the powdered sugar and shake until well covered
- Scoop into a serving dish and top with a sprinkle of cinnamon and enjoy!
We’re currently experiencing our fourth summer (it’s Missouri, y’all) so while it may not be time to grab our cozy sweater just yet, I’m adding all the ingredients to the shopping list now, because everyone here wants to curl up with a bowl (or two) of this stuff and read new books…
If you are going to be reading to the kids this fall, read Wonderfall
, In the Middle of Fall
, Flat Stanley and the Missing Pumpkins
, or 5 Minute Little Critter Stories
.
WonderfallIn the Middle of Fall
Flat Stanley and the Missing Pumpkins (I Can Read Level 2)
Little Critter: 5-Minute Little Critter Stories: Includes 12 Classic Stories!
If you like stories that will tug at your heart strings, read In 27 days
, These Things I’ve Done
, One Hundred Spaghetti Strings
, or It Started with Goodbye
.
In 27 Days (Blink)These Things I’ve Done
One Hundred Spaghetti Strings
It Started with Goodbye (Blink)
If you like suspense/thriller stories, read The Butterfly Garden. Disclaimer—It’s twisted. I read it ages ago and literally still think about the characters.
I’ll be adding a fall book list soon, these were just a few to think about for your literary fall basket.
If you want to cuddle up but don’t want to read, make a double batch and watch a movie with the family!
Like this recipe, try making delicious homemade ice cream, too.
