Valentine’s Day Muddy Buddies
Indulge in the spirit of love this Valentine’s Day with our delightful Muddy Buddies recipe! This no-bake treat features a perfect combination of crunchy Chex cereal, creamy white chocolate, and sweet peanut butter, creating an irresistible snack that everyone will adore. With colorful candies and festive flair, it’s ideal for parties, cozy movie nights, or as a thoughtful gift. Quick to whip up and easily customizable, these Valentine’s Day Muddy Buddies are sure to impress friends and family alike. Enjoy making memories as you share this fun and tasty treat!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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
- Optional: heart-shaped sprinkles
- Optional: 1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries
Instructions
- Place the Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth; stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the melted mixture over the Chex cereal and gently fold until evenly coated.
- Transfer to a large zip-top bag, add powdered sugar, seal tightly, and shake until coated.
- Spread onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and decorate with M&Ms, pretzels, sprinkles, and optional strawberries. Let set for about 20 minutes.
- Once set, break apart any clumps and store in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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