Best Muddy Buddies Recipe

Did you grow up calling this amazing snack “muddy buddies”, or “puppy chow?”  Or maybe you called it “Monkey Munch” or “reindeer chow?”

We grew up saying, muddy buddies but I think puppy chow more accurately represents the scene as people race to scarf down this favorite snack.

Best Muddy Buddies Recipe

1. Pour Chex into a bowl. Set aside.

2. Divide powdered sugar. Divide powdered sugar between two zip lock bags, adding 1 cup to each bag.* Set aside.

3. Melt in a saucepan: chocolate chips, butter, and peanut butter (and salt, if using unsalted butter) and cook over medium-low heat, stirring, until melted and smooth. (Don’t overheat it, you want to heat it just until the mixture is smooth.)

4. Add vanilla. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

5. Coat cereal. Pour over the prepared cereal in the bowl and stir to coat evenly. Allow cooling for a few minutes.

6. Shake with powdered sugar. Divide coated cereal between the two ziplock bags with powdered sugar, seal the bag and shake to coat the cereal.

Make Ahead And Freezing Instructions:

To make ahead: Muddy buddies will stay fresh for up to 1 week stored in an air-tight container at room temperature

To freeze Place muddy buddies in a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze for up to 2 months.

Ingredients:

• 8 cups Chex cereal (rice Chex, corn Chex, or a combination)
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
• 4 Tablespoons salted butter, or add a pinch of salt if using unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Measure cereal into a large bowl. Set aside. Divide powdered sugar between two ziplock bags.
2. In a saucepan add chocolate chips, butter, and peanut butter (and salt, if using unsalted butter) and cook over medium-low heat, stirring, until melted and smooth.
3. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Pour over the prepared cereal in the bowl and stir to coat evenly. Allow cooling for a few minutes.
5. Divide coated cereal between the two ziplock bags with powdered sugar, seal the bag and shake to coat the cereal.
6. Muddy buddies will stay fresh for up to 1 week and stored in an air-tight container at room temperature or can be frozen for up to 2 months.

Nutrients:

• Calories: 720kcal     
• Carbohydrates: 103g     
• Protein: 14g      Fat: 32g
• Saturated Fat: 14g   
• Cholesterol: 17mg     
• Sodium: 518mg     
• Potassium: 577mg     
• Fiber: 12g   
• Sugar: 50g         
• Vitamin A: 851IU     
• Vitamin C: 8mg

Conclusions:

The conclusion for a Muddy Buddies recipe could be that it is a simple and tasty treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The recipe is easy to follow, and it requires a few ingredients that are commonly found in most kitchens.

The combination of cereal, chocolate, and peanut butter creates a delicious balance of flavors, and the powdered sugar coating gives it a satisfying crunch. It is a great option for snacking, parties, or as a gift.

It also provides the flexibility of using different cereal types, chocolate, and nut butter types so it can be customized to personal taste. The no-bake nature of the recipe makes it even more convenient, as it can be made quickly and without the need for an oven.