Description

Valentine’s Day Muddy Buddies are a sweet and crunchy treat perfect for celebrating the holiday of love. This recipe combines crispy Chex cereal coated in a creamy white chocolate and peanut butter mixture, then dusted with powdered sugar and sprinkled with festive Valentine’s M&M’s, mini marshmallows, and heart-shaped sprinkles. It’s an easy no-bake snack that’s cupid-approved and ideal for parties, gifts, or a fun dessert.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

12 cups Rice Chex or Corn Chex cereal
2 cups white chocolate chips or melting wafers
1 cup creamy peanut butter
½ cup unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
4 cups powdered sugar (plus more if needed)

Mix-ins and Toppings

1½ cups Valentine’s M&M’s (pink, red, white)
1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
½ cup heart-shaped sprinkles or red sanding sugar for extra flair

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Instructions

Prepare the cereal: In a large bowl, place the Chex cereal and set aside to get ready for coating.
Melt the chocolate mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips, peanut butter, and unsalted butter in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each interval until the mixture is smooth and fully combined. Then stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
Coat the cereal: Pour the warm white chocolate and peanut butter mixture over the Chex cereal. Gently fold the cereal and mixture together, ensuring every piece is evenly coated without crushing the cereal.
Apply powdered sugar coating: Transfer the coated cereal into a large zip-top bag or sealed container. Add the powdered sugar, seal the bag, and shake vigorously until the cereal is fully and evenly dusted with powdered sugar.
Cool the mixture: Spread the coated cereal in a single layer on parchment paper to cool and set, preventing clumping and allowing it to crisp up.
Add festive mix-ins: Once cooled, gently fold in the Valentine’s M&M’s, mini marshmallows (if using), and heart-shaped sprinkles or sanding sugar to add color, texture, and holiday flair.

Notes

Use a gentle folding motion to keep the cereal pieces intact while coating.
If needed, add a little more powdered sugar for a thicker coating.
Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep the treat fresh and crunchy.
Mini marshmallows are optional but add a nice chewy contrast to the crunchy cereal.
For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.