Description

Chocolate Strawberry Muddy Buddies are an irresistible blend of crunchy cereal, rich chocolate, and sweet strawberries, creating a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make snack combines simple ingredients into a fun and addictive mix that everyone will love—ideal for parties, movie nights, or as a sweet gift.

Ingredients

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8 cups Rice Chex cereal
1 cup milk chocolate chips
1 cup dried strawberries (preferably freeze-dried)
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, add the Rice Chex cereal, spreading it evenly.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine milk chocolate chips and butter. Heat in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth, stirring between each interval.
Stir in the dried strawberries until they are fully coated with the melted chocolate.
Pour the chocolate-strawberry mixture over the Rice Chex cereal, gently folding to coat all pieces.
Place the coated cereal in a resealable bag with powdered sugar. Seal and shake until well coated.
Spread on parchment paper to cool completely before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: No cooking required
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 cup (60g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 40mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: Experiment with mix-ins like nuts or other dried fruits to customize your muddy buddies. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for optimal freshness.