People Chow
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this irresistible People Chow recipe—a crunchy, chocolatey, and peanut buttery treat that's perfect for snacking or sharing! Made with crispy Rice Chex cereal, a luscious blend of melted semi-sweet chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and vanilla, all generously coated in powdered sugar, this no-bake delight is as easy to make as it is addictive. Ready in just 15 minutes, this crowd-pleasing snack mix is ideal for parties, movie nights, or holiday gifting. Plus, it stores well for up to a week, making it a convenient make-ahead option. Whether you call it "Muddy Buddies" or just delicious, this recipe is a guaranteed favorite.
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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
Place the Rice Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
Step 2
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, creamy peanut butter, and unsalted butter.
Step 3
Microwave the mixture at 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until it is completely melted and smooth (approximately 1-2 minutes total).
Step 4
Stir the vanilla extract into the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture.
Step 5
Pour the melted mixture over the Rice Chex cereal and gently fold with a spatula until the cereal is evenly coated.
Step 6
Transfer the coated cereal into a large resealable plastic bag or a lidded container.
Step 7
Add the powdered sugar to the bag or container, seal it tightly, and shake vigorously until the cereal is evenly coated in powdered sugar.
Step 8
Spread the coated cereal onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool and set for 15 minutes.
Step 9
Once cooled, transfer the People Chow into a serving bowl or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
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