Description
Rich, chocolatey brownie batter–flavored muddy buddies tossed with peanut butter, powdered sugar, and colorful M&M’s an irresistible no-bake snack mix perfect for parties and holidays.
Ingredients
9 cups Rice Chex cereal
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup brownie batter mix (heat-treated)
1 cup M&M’s
Instructions
1. Measure cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter.
3. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
4. Stir in vanilla extract and brownie batter mix until fully combined.
5. Pour chocolate mixture over cereal and gently toss until evenly coated.
6. Transfer coated cereal to a large zip-top bag or bowl with lid.
7. Add powdered sugar, seal, and shake until cereal is fully coated.
8. Spread mixture onto parchment paper to cool completely.
9. Once cooled, gently stir in M&M’s and serve.
Notes
Heat-treat brownie mix before using to ensure safety.
Let muddy buddies cool completely before adding M&M’s to prevent melting.
Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 18mg
Keywords: muddy buddies, puppy chow, brownie batter muddy buddies, M&M snack mix