Muddy Buddies
Muddy Buddies are a fun and tasty treat combining crunchy Chex cereal with sweet melting chocolate and colorful M&M’s, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3.5 cups Chex cereal
- 1 cup powdered sugar, divided Divided into two portions.
- 1 cup pink candy melts
- 1 cup red candy melts
- 2 tsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup Valentine’s Day M&M’s
- 2-4 tbsp Valentine’s Day sprinkles
Instructions
Preparation
- In a big mixing bowl, add 3 cups of Chex cereal and set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the pink candy melts and vegetable oil together. Stir every 30 seconds until smooth.
- Pour the pink candy mixture over the Chex cereal, gently folding to coat.
- Sprinkle in ½ cup of powdered sugar, tossing to distribute evenly.
- Transfer the coated Chex into a large resealable bag.
- Melt the red candy melts in the same way, then drizzle it over the cereal in the bag.
- Add the remaining powdered sugar and gently shake to combine.
- Toss in the Valentine’s M&M’s and sprinkles, giving everything a final mix.
- Spread the Muddy Buddies out on a baking sheet to cool, then enjoy!
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week. Freeze for longer storage. Be sure to stir the candy melts carefully to avoid any lumps. Mix the Chex cereal gently to avoid breaking the pieces. You can customize your Muddy Buddies with other colors of candy melts or by adding different candies.