Description
A fun and spooky treat perfect for Halloween, these Chocolate Muddy Buddies are a delightful mix of chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar, coated with festive Halloween-themed candies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup Halloween-themed candies (like candy corn or chocolate pumpkins)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, measure out the Rice Chex cereal and set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract to the melted mixture.
- Pour the chocolate mixture over the Rice Chex cereal and gently stir until all the cereal is coated.
- In a large resealable bag, add the powdered sugar. Add the coated cereal to the bag, seal it, and shake until well coated.
- Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool.
- Once cooled, mix in the Halloween-themed candies.
- Store in an airtight container until ready to serve.
Notes
- For a more festive touch, you can add sprinkles or colored sugar on top.
- Make sure to let the mixture cool completely before storing to prevent it from becoming soggy.
- This recipe can easily be doubled for larger gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg