Description
Halloween Muddy Buddies are a festive, sweet, and crunchy treat perfect for spooky celebrations. This no-bake snack combines crunchy Rice Chex cereal coated in a luscious mixture of melted chocolate, peanut butter, butter, and vanilla, then dusted with powdered sugar and mixed with colorful candy corn, Halloween-themed M&Ms, and optional mini pretzels for extra texture. Ready in about 20 minutes, this easy and fun recipe is ideal for parties or fall gatherings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Add-ins
- 1 cup candy corn
- 1 cup Halloween-themed M&Ms
- 1/2 cup mini pretzels (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the Chocolate and Peanut Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate chips, peanut butter, and unsalted butter. Microwave the mixture in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each interval until completely smooth and well blended. Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
- Coat the Cereal: Pour the Rice Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl. Gradually drizzle the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture over the cereal, stirring gently but thoroughly to ensure every piece is evenly coated without breaking the cereal.
- Add the Powdered Sugar: Transfer the coated cereal into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the powdered sugar to the bag, seal it tightly, and shake vigorously until the cereal pieces are completely covered with a fine, sweet layer of powdered sugar.
- Mix in the Candy: Pour the sugar-coated cereal into a serving bowl and allow it to cool for a few minutes. Once cooled, fold in the candy corn, Halloween-themed M&Ms, and mini pretzels if using, to add festive colors and crunchy variety.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the completed Halloween Muddy Buddies to a festive bowl or platter and serve immediately. Enjoy this fun and delicious treat perfect for Halloween parties or as a seasonal snack.
Notes
- You can substitute peanut butter with almond or sunflower seed butter for a different flavor or to accommodate allergies.
- To keep the Muddy Buddies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Microwave times may vary, so melt the chocolate and peanut butter mixture carefully to prevent burning.
- Mini pretzels are optional but add a nice salty crunch that complements the sweetness.
