Description
This classic Muddy Buddies Recipe, also known as Puppy Chow, is a crunchy, sweet snack mix featuring crispy rice cereal coated in a smooth blend of melted chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and a dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for cozy movie nights, parties, or anytime you crave a sweet and salty treat, this easy-to-make recipe is both kid-friendly and customizable to suit various dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
Snack Mix Ingredients
- 9 cups Crispy Rice Chex Cereal
- 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 1/2 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
- 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 1/2 cups Powdered Sugar
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Measure out all the cereal, chocolate chips, peanut butter, butter, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar so you are ready for the melting and mixing steps.
- Melt Butter, Chocolate, and Peanut Butter: In a medium microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop, combine the butter, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and creamy peanut butter. Heat in 30-second increments, stirring between each until the mixture is smooth and fully melted. Stir in vanilla extract once melted.
- Coat the Cereal: Place the crispy rice cereal in a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the cereal and gently stir until every piece is evenly coated with the glossy chocolate.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar: Add the powdered sugar to a large resealable plastic bag. Transfer the coated cereal into the bag, seal it well, and shake thoroughly until all pieces are evenly coated with powdered sugar.
- Cool and Serve: Spread the Muddy Buddies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let cool for about 20 minutes. Once cooled, enjoy your perfect movie night snack!
Notes
- Use fresh cereal to ensure maximum crunch and prevent sogginess.
- Don’t overheat the chocolate; melt gently to avoid burning and maintain smoothness.
- Shake thoroughly to coat each piece evenly with powdered sugar for the iconic muddy look.
- Use a large bowl or bag to mix so the cereal pieces don’t get crushed.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep the snack fresh and crunchy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Muddy Buddies, Puppy Chow, snack mix, peanut butter snack, chocolate peanut butter, crunchy snack, party snack