Muddy Buddies (For the 4th of July)
These muddy buddies make for the perfect 4th of July snack since they're loaded with red, white, and blue M&Ms. Enjoy this sweet treat as you watch fireworks with your family and friends!
Ingredients
- 7 cups rice chex cereal
- ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ¾ cup powdered sugar + 6 tablespoons
- 1 cup M&Ms the red, white & blue batch, I got mine from Costco
Instructions
- Measure 7 cups of Chex cereal and set it aside in a large mixing bowl.
- On the stove top, melt the butter, chocolate chips and the peanut butter. Stir on medium heat until completely melted and smooth.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the mixture over top of the Chex cereal. Stir using a spatula and gently fold until all cereal is evenly coated.
- Pour the cereal into a ziplock bag and add the powdered sugar.
- Seal the bag completely and shake until all the cereal pieces are well coated with powdered sugar.
- If you need more powdered sugar, add in some more and shake until it’s reached your desired amount.
- Spread the muddy buddies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Once completely cooled, sprinkle M&Ms on top and enjoy!
Notes
- Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.