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St. Patrick's Day Muddy Buddies

St. Patrick’s Day Muddy Buddies

  • Author: Crystal
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Celebrate the luck of the Irish with this festive and irresistible St. Patrick’s Day Muddy Buddies recipe! This sweet and crunchy snack mix combines crispy Rice Chex® cereal coated in creamy white chocolate and peanut butter, then dusted in powdered sugar for that classic puppy chow finish. Topped with green candy-coated chocolates and Lucky Charms marshmallows, this no-bake treat is perfect for parties, school events, or a fun holiday movie night. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy holiday dessert is guaranteed to disappear fast!

Ingredients

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  • 4 1/2 cups Rice Chex® cereal
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup green candy-coated chocolate candies
  • 1/4 cup Lucky Charms marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Place the Rice Chex® cereal in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter.
  3. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until fully melted and smooth.
  4. Pour the melted mixture over the cereal and gently fold until evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the coated cereal into a large zip-top bag. Add powdered sugar, seal, and shake until all pieces are well coated.
  6. Spread onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and let cool for 10–15 minutes.
  7. Once cooled, gently mix in the green candy-coated chocolates and Lucky Charms marshmallows.
  8. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Notes

Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Tip: Add marshmallows just before serving to keep them soft and fresh.

Substitution: Use sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: St. Patrick's Day Muddy Buddies, puppy chow recipe, no bake snack mix, lucky charms dessert, holiday muddy buddies

Find it online: https://crystalrecipes.com/st-patricks-day-muddy-buddies/