Description
Crunchy cereal squares coated in chocolate, peanut butter, and a snowy layer of powdered sugar. A quick, no-bake snack that’s perfect for parties, holiday treats, or movie nights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 cups rice or corn cereal squares (like Chex)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until smooth and fully melted.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Place the cereal in a large mixing bowl. Pour the chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently fold with a spatula until all the pieces are evenly coated.
- Transfer the coated cereal to a large resealable plastic bag. Add the powdered sugar, seal the bag, and shake until all the cereal is well coated and no chocolatey pieces remain exposed.
- Spread the Muddy Buddies out on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool and set.
- Serve in a large bowl or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use almond butter or Nutella instead of peanut butter for a twist.
- Add mini M&Ms, pretzels, or chopped candy for extra texture.
- Mix in holiday sprinkles for a festive version.
- Try white chocolate instead of semi-sweet for a sweet twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg