Intro: 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.