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Homemade Muddy Buddies (Puppy Chow) Recipe
My friends, forget about the instructions on the back of the cereal box. Today, I'm sharing my ultimate Homemade Muddy Buddies recipe that will elevate your snacking game to a whole new level. By doubling all the ingredients except for the Chex cereal, we achieve the most indulgent and addictive Muddy Buddies you've ever tasted. If you’ve never had Muddy Buddies before, today is your day. They couldn’t be easier to make and they’re amazing every time!
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 Heat proof bowl
- 1 gallon size zip-lock bag
Ingredients
- 9 cups Rice Chex
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup crunchy peanut butter Creamy peanut butter works as well.
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract optional
- 3 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prep: Measure 9 cups Rice Chex into a large bowl and set aside.
- Melt: In a separate heat-proof bowl, add 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, 1 cup crunchy peanut butter, 1/2 cup butter and melt together. You can either use a double boiler for a smooth and easy melting process or opt for the microwave method for convenience. If using the microwave, start with 1 minute and then 30 second increments, stirring between each set until fully melted. Whichever method you choose, ensure that the mixture is completely melted and smooth. If you are including 2 tsp pure vanilla extract, stir it in now.
- Coat the cereal: Pour the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture over the cereal in the large bowl. Gently mix until all the cereal is fully coated, ensuring every piece is evenly covered.
- Coat with Powdered Sugar: Pour half of the 3 cups powdered sugar into a clean bag or a bowl. Add in the chocolate-coated cereal, followed by the remaining powdered sugar on top. Seal the bag and shake it all together or mix gently but thoroughly in a bowl until it’s relatively well-distributed. But don’t shake tooooo hard because then you won’t get those extra chunky ones everyone’s always fighting over.
- Enjoy: Once coated with powdered sugar, your Homemade Muddy Buddies are ready to be devoured! Grab a handful and treat yourself to the double chocolatey delight that is sure to satisfy your cravings.
