Description
Muddy Buddies are a classic, sweet snack mix featuring crunchy rice cereal coated in a luscious blend of melted chocolate, peanut butter, and butter, then dusted generously with powdered sugar for a delightful, melt-in-your-mouth treat perfect for parties and snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 7 cups rice Chex cereal
- 1 ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3-4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Cereal: Measure 7 cups of rice Chex cereal into a large bowl and set it aside while you prepare the chocolate coating.
- Melt Chocolate Mixture: In a separate large microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips, ¾ cup creamy peanut butter, and 6 tablespoons salted butter. Microwave in 15-second increments, stirring well after each, until the mixture is fully melted and smooth. Mix in ½ teaspoon vanilla extract for added flavor.
- Coat the Cereal: Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the prepared cereal. Gently stir to ensure every piece is evenly coated without breaking the cereal.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Transfer the coated cereal into a large zip-lock bag. Pour in 3 to 4 cups of powdered sugar, seal the bag tightly.
- Shake to Coat: Toss and shake the bag vigorously so the powdered sugar coats each piece of cereal evenly, creating the signature muddy look and sweet finish.
- Serve: Remove the coated Muddy Buddies from the bag and place them in a serving bowl. Serve at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Store Muddy Buddies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and crunchy.
- You can substitute creamy peanut butter with natural peanut butter, but texture might slightly vary.
- For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
- Adjust the amount of powdered sugar to your desired level of sweetness and coating thickness.
- Mixing the powdered sugar coating in a zip-lock bag ensures even coverage and easy cleanup.
