Description
These Muddy Buddy Rice Krispies treats are a delightful twist on the classic snack, combining the beloved flavors of chocolate, peanut butter, and crispy cereal with a dusting of powdered sugar for an irresistible sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Muddy Buddy Coating:
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Coating:
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Peanut Butter Coating: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Coat the Cereal: Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated with the chocolate mixture. Let cool slightly.
- Coat with Powdered Sugar: Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag or mixing bowl. Add the powdered sugar, seal, and shake until well coated.
- Set and Serve: Spread the Muddy Buddy Rice Krispies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let sit until fully set. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- For extra crunch, mix in 1/2 cup of chopped peanuts or pretzel pieces.
- White chocolate or butterscotch chips can be substituted for a fun twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes (microwave)
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
