Muddy Buddies

Muddy buddies (aka puppy chow) is a classic snack made with crunchy Chex cereal coated in peanut butter and chocolate then tossed in powdered sugar. It's addicting!

Prep Time: 15

Total Time: 15

Servings:

Ingredients

4-5 cups Rice Chex cereal
½ cup semi sweet chocolate chips
⅓ cup creamy peanut butter
2 Tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup powdered sugar (more if desired)

Instructions

Pour 4-5 cups Chex cereal in a large bowl. Set aside.
Melt chocolate and peanut butter. Combine 1/2 cup chocolate chips, 1/3 cup peanut butter and 2 Tablespoons butter in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for one minute. Stir until melted. Microwave an additional 15 seconds if needed. Alternatively you could cook over a double broiler. Remove and let sit 1-2 minutes to cool slightly.
Coat. Stir 1 teaspoon vanilla into the chocolate and then pour chocolate over Chex cereal. Stir until well coated.
Toss. Place Chex mix in a zip top bag. Add 3/4 cup powdered sugar and shake. Add more powdered sugar if desired. Pour onto a piece of wax paper to cool.

Notes

Variation: Feel free to add in extras like M&M's (we love to add in peanut butter M&M's), chocolate chips, chopped oreos, nuts or mini marshmallows.

Storage: Store in air tight container or zip top bag for up to 1 week. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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