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Big Batch Muddy Buddies

Big Batch Muddy Buddies

5 from 8 votes
Prep: 20 minutes
Total: 20 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 1 box (12 oz. (about 11 cups) Rice Chex)
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 6 tablespoons butter (cut into smaller pieces)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions
 

  • Line 2 baking sheets with wax paper and set aside. Pour cereal into a very large bowl; set aside.
  • In 1-1.5 quart microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter uncovered on high 1 minute; stir. Microwave 15-30 seconds longer or until mixture can be stirred smooth. Stir in salt and vanilla. Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated.
  • Let cool for 5-10 minutes before adding the powdering sugar. This will help the powdered sugar to not dissolve as much and it will make the muddy buddies clumpier.
  • Add powdered sugar and gently stir into chocolate-covered cereal until evenly coated. If you prefer, you can shake it in a gallon ziplock bag, about 1/3 of the mixture at a time with about 1/3 of the powdered sugar. Spread cereal on the two baking sheets to cool. If desired, place baking sheets in the freezer for about 15 minutes to speed the cooling process.
  • Enjoy! Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to about 4 days. Or keep in the refrigerator for about a week. You can keep in the freezer for about 3 months.

Notes

Optional add-in ideas: pretzels, mini peanut butter cups, peanut butter M&M's etc.

The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.

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