Description
Get ready to fall in love with this ultra-chocolatey, addictively sweet snack mix that’s perfect for any occasion. These Chunky Chex Mix Muddy Buddies are a no-bake dream come true—loaded with crispy Chex cereal, melted chocolate, peanut butter, and a blizzard of powdered sugar. This easy recipe is perfect for holiday gifting, potlucks, and last-minute party prep. If you’re looking for quick breakfast ideas, easy dessert recipes, no-bake food ideas, or just a new snack to share, this one checks all the boxes. Ideal for kids and adults alike, it’s crunchy, creamy, and impossible to resist.
Ingredients
9 cups Chex cereal
1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring each time, until fully melted and smooth.
2. Stir in vanilla extract and mix well.
3. Place Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl.
4. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal, folding gently until all pieces are coated.
5. Transfer to a large zip-top bag or container with a lid, add powdered sugar, and shake until well-coated.
6. Spread onto a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool and set before serving.
Notes
Use a mix of semi-sweet and milk chocolate chips for layered flavor.
To make it nut-free, substitute sunflower butter for peanut butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg