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Valentine’s Day Muddy Buddies

Valentine’s Day Muddy Buddies

Indulge in the festive spirit this Valentine’s Day with our delightful Muddy Buddies recipe, a charming twist on the classic puppy chow. This treat combines crunchy Chex cereal coated in creamy white chocolate and peanut butter, then tossed in powdered sugar and adorned with colorful Valentine’s candies. Perfect for sharing with loved ones, these muddy buddies deliver an irresistible sweet and salty flavor that makes them ideal for parties, gifts, or simply enjoying at home. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this easy-to-make, no-bake treat that captures the essence of love in every bite!

  • Total Time: 19 minute
  • Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 9 cups Rice or Corn Chex cereal
  • 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup Valentine’s M&Ms
  • 1 cup mini pretzel knots
  • 2 tbsp heart-shaped sprinkles

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, place the Chex cereal.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth; stir in vanilla.
  3. Pour the melted mixture over the cereal and gently fold until evenly coated.
  4. Transfer to a zip-top bag, add powdered sugar, seal tightly, and shake to coat.
  5. Spread onto a parchment-lined baking sheet; sprinkle with M&Ms, pretzels, sprinkles while still tacky. Let set for about 20 minutes.
  6. Once set, break apart clumps and store in an airtight container.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: None
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: For a nut-free version, use sunbutter instead of peanut butter. Customize by adding different toppings like crushed cookies or dried fruits.