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muddy buddies recipe with chocolate and powdered sugar

Muddy Buddies Recipe

This classic Muddy Buddies recipe (also known as Puppy Chow) is a no-bake snack made with Chex cereal coated in melted chocolate, peanut butter, and butter, then tossed in powdered sugar for a crunchy, sweet, irresistible treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 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

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Rubber spatula
  • zip-top bag
  • baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Pour the Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Stir in the vanilla.
  3. Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently stir until evenly coated.
  4. Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag. Add powdered sugar, seal, and shake until fully coated.
  5. Spread the muddy buddies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let cool completely before serving or storing.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 120IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use Rice or Corn Chex labeled gluten-free if needed. Let the chocolate mixture cool slightly before pouring to prevent soggy cereal. Store in an airtight container for best texture.

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