Muddy Buddies have been a party staple for a long time. Delectable combinations of flavorings coming together to make sweet or savory snacks you can’t put down and this mix is no exception. When it comes to holiday snacks, I’m indecisive. We love peppermint bark but we also love chocolate. Now I don’t have to choose because of this batch of deliciousness.
In addition to the chocolate covered cereal and peppermint bark cereal, I’ve added some coated chocolate candies and chocolate covered pretzels. So this has ALL of the chocolate and all of the crunch you could ask for! We had to get it out of the house. Seriously. I bagged it up and sent it to work and it went quickly. If you’re bringing it to a big party or holiday gathering, consider making a double batch because it’s that good. (Put a big ol’ spoon in the bowl to encourage people not to paw it.) The video shows you how to bring it all together and what the recipe should look like in different stages.
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Christmas Crunch Muddy Buddies
Notes
Customize with whatever add in's you like!
Ingredients
- 6 cups Vanilla Chex (divided- 3 cups each)
- 1 ½ cups baking chips (3/4 cup white baking chips and ¾ semi sweet)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil, divided (1 ½ tsp per ¾ cups chips)
- ½ cup crushed candy canes
- ¼ cup Christmas sprinkles
- 1 ½ cup powdered sugar, divided (3/4 cup per batch)
- 1 tsp cocoa
Instructions
- Pour 3 cups of cereal into two large bowls.
- Place white choc chips and 1 1/2 tsp oil in a microwave safe bowl and melt in 15 second increments. Pour over cereal and toss to coat then fold in candy canes.
- Put 3/4 cup powdered sugar in a zip top bag and toss to coat. Discard extra and set aside.
- Pour 3 cups of cereal into two large bowls.
- Place choc chips and 1 1/2 tsp oil in a microwave safe bowl and melt in 15 sec increments. Pour over cereal and toss to coat then fold in sprinkles.
- Put 3/4 cup powdered sugar and cocoa in a zip top bag and toss to combine then add cereal. Discard extra and set aside.
- Add M&M’s and pretzels
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18 Comments
I just ate half a bag of Chex Mix Muddy Buddies yesterday afternoon.
I felt like this was just the forum to confess that.
We can start the Muddy Buddy recovery program January 1st. But first, cookie butter muddy buddies too. Never mind, there’s no hope for me. Save yourself.
I agree! I love peppermint bark, and I love muddy buddies! I am so glad that you found a way to pair the two Christmas classics into one sweet treat! And I love that it is gluten free! Thanks for sharing at Fiesta Friday!
Then I say go wild! Muddy buddies for everyone!! 😀
That looks so good! You know I love a good Chex mix! Pinned.
They’re the best!
Mmmm – a handful of sweet! Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party – have an amazing, relaxing week!
It sure is! You too!!
Great recipe! I pinned it because my kids are going to love it!
Yay! I hope you all enjoy it, I know we did!
Classic Christmas treat– I like the Mint Twist Peppermint Bark that you used for extra holiday fun!
It gives just the right touch of minty Christmas cheer!
Mmmm! This sounds delicious! Luckily I have just enough time to make it before Christmas! I know it will be gobbled up really quickly! 😀
I love Muddy Buddies, and this looks like a fun twist for the holidays! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks so much!
I loved having a bowl of sweet Christmassy snacks like these around while having tea with friends; with social distancing, I’ll still make your muddy buddies and have them all to myself while wrapping presents. Yummy!
Now THAT sounds like a good idea! Enjoy!
This looks so festive and delicious!! Happy holidays! Thanks for sharing at Fiesta Friday party!