Dana's Muddy Buddy
Get ready to snack in style with Dana's Muddy Buddy, a quick and irresistible treat that perfectly combines crispy, creamy, and chocolaty goodness! This no-bake recipe features the crunch of Rice Chex cereal coated in a velvety blend of semi-sweet chocolate chips, creamy peanut butter, and a touch of butter, finished with a generous dusting of powdered sugar for a sweet, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for parties, game nights, or a simple indulgence at home. Plus, the easy microwave method makes this recipe both beginner-friendly and high on convenience. Serve it straight from the bag or in a festive bowl for the ultimate finger-food dessert!
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Ingredients
- 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, pour the Rice Chex cereal and set aside.
Step 2
In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and unsalted butter.
Step 3
Microwave the chocolate-peanut butter mixture on high for 1 minute. Stir until smooth. If needed, microwave for an additional 15-20 seconds in increments, stirring after each.
Step 4
Stir the vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture.
Step 5
Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the Rice Chex cereal in the large mixing bowl. Gently stir with a spatula to evenly coat the cereal, being careful not to crush it.
Step 6
Transfer the coated cereal into a large resealable plastic bag or a sealable container with a lid.
Step 7
Add the powdered sugar to the bag or container. Seal and shake vigorously until the cereal is fully coated with powdered sugar.
Step 8
Spread the Muddy Buddy mixture onto a baking sheet or parchment paper to cool and set for about 10 minutes.
Step 9
Once cool, store in an airtight container at room temperature and serve whenever you crave a sweet snack!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (872.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3853.2 |
| Total Fat 134.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 53.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3406.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 619.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 30.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 302.3g | |
| Protein 65.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 960.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1642.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 103.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1119.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories