Ingredients
Scale
- 9 cups Chex cereal
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup festive sanding sugar
Instructions
- Measure the Chex cereal and place it in a very large mixing bowl. Set aside.
- Over medium heat, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter together, stirring constantly until smooth and combined.
- Remove the melted mixture from the heat and stir in the vanilla. Let it cool slightly for 2–3 minutes.
- Pour the chocolate mixture over the Chex cereal in three stages, gently folding as you go so the cereal pieces do not break.
- Toss gently until all the cereal pieces are coated.
- Place the powdered sugar and festive sanding sugar in a large airtight plastic bag. Seal and shake to combine.
- Add the coated cereal to the bag in stages. Toss to coat, then transfer each batch to a wax paper-lined rimmed baking sheet.
- Spread the puppy chow in a single layer and chill for 1 hour, until set.
- Remove from the refrigerator and serve. Store at room temperature or chilled.
Notes
- Storage: Store Christmas muddy buddies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about one week.
- Freezing: Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to six months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No Bake, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American