Christmas Muddy Buddies aka Reindeer Chow
A sweet and salty Christmas treat that's simple to make and share!
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Equipment
- 1 large bowl Microwave safe
- 1 large spoon for mixing (a spatula works too)
- 1 baking sheet lined with wax or parchment paper
- 1 airtight container for storing
Ingredients
- 7 cups Chex cereal any type but rice is my favorite
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter creamy
- 1/4 cup butter 1/2 stick
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1-2 cups holiday M&Ms green & red
Instructions
- Start by putting the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter in a large, microwave safe bowl. Pop in the microwave for 30 seconds. Then take out and stir. Put them back into the microwave for 20 seconds this time and stir again.
- Add the vanilla in to the melted chocolate mixture and stir until combined.
- Next, add the Chex cereal directly into the bowl and gently fold them into the chocolate mix. I like to do this in two intervals as well. It helps to not crowd the bowl and insures an even distribution of the melted peanut butter and chocolate.
- Sprinkle in one cup of powdered sugar and continue to stir. Once it’s been incorporated I add in the second cup and continue to stir gently until the Christmas Chex mix is evenly coated.
- Lay the mix out on a lined cookie sheet to dry.
- Once it’s dry toss in your add-ins and it’s ready to eat.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to four days on the counter or one week in the fridge.
Servings: 7 cups
Cost: $8