Let's Make Muddy Buddies!

Muddy Buddies are a quick, delicious, and easy snack that is perfect for children or on the go! 



Tools Needed:

        Large-sized mixing bowl

        Medium-sized microwave safe bowl

        Spoon

        2 gallon resealable plastic bag

        Wax paper

        Cookie Sheet

        Microwave


Ingredients Needed:

        Some kind of Chex Cereal (Corn, Chocolate, Rice)

        ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips

        ¼ cup peanut butter

        ⅛ cup butter (or margarine)

        ½  tsp vanilla extract

        ¾ cups powdered sugar


Let's get started!

Step 1: Pour the Cereal

Take the mixing bowl and measure out 3 cups of cereal. Set aside for later use.

Step 2: Butter, Chocolate Chips, and Peanut Butter

Measure chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter into the microwavable bowl.

Step 3: Microwave

Microwave uncovered chocolate mixture on high for 1 minute.

Step 4: Stir

Stir contents before placing back in microwave for another 30 seconds. The mixture should be easily stirrable and smooth.

Step 5: Pour Over Cereal

Stir in vanilla before pouring chocolate mixture over the cereal. Make sure the cereal is evenly coated.

Step 6: Put Into Bag

Pour the cereal into the 2 gallon bag and add powdered sugar over the top. Seal the bag.

Step 7: Shake, Not Stir

Toss the contents of the bag around until everything is coated with sugar.

Step 8: Allow to Cool

Spread mixture out on the wax paper-covered cookie sheet and allow to cool.

Step 9: Enjoy!

Enjoy immediately or place in airtight container for storage in refrigerator.