Description
This Fall/Halloween Buddy Mix recipe is a sweet and festive twist on classic muddy buddies, featuring Chex cereal coated in chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar with Halloween-themed additions. Perfect for parties, gifting, or cozy autumn nights, this easy-to-make snack is customizable and loved by kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Chex rice cereal
- 1 stick of butter
- 6 ounces peanut butter chips
- 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt butter, peanut butter, and chocolate chips in a large saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and peanut butter chips until fully combined.
- Place Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl and pour the melted mixture over it. Gently fold until all pieces are coated.
- Transfer the coated cereal into a resealable plastic bag or lidded container.
- Add powdered sugar, seal, and shake until the cereal is evenly coated.
- Spread the mix on a wax-paper-lined baking sheet to cool.
- Once cooled, serve or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Add festive mix-ins like Halloween sprinkles, candy eyes, or candy-coated chocolates.
- For a nut-free version, use sunflower butter.
- Make it gluten-free by choosing certified gluten-free Chex cereal.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
