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Butterscotch Muddy Buddies Recipe

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Butterscotch Muddy Buddies are a deliciously sweet and crunchy snack mix made by coating crispy cereal with a smooth blend of melted chocolate, butterscotch, and peanut butter, then tossing it all in powdered sugar for a melt-in-your-mouth finish. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or anytime you crave a delightful treat.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 8 cups crispy rice cereal
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup butterscotch chips
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

Instructions

  1. Melt the Coating: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the mixture is smooth and completely melted.
  2. Coat the Cereal: Place the crispy rice cereal in a large mixing bowl. Pour the melted chocolate, butterscotch, and peanut butter mixture over the cereal. Gently stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until every piece of cereal is evenly coated with the melted mixture.
  3. Toss with Powdered Sugar: Transfer the coated cereal into a large zip-top plastic bag or a large bowl. Add the powdered sugar, seal the bag or cover the bowl, and shake or toss well to thoroughly coat the cereal in powdered sugar. Make sure all pieces are evenly dusted for that classic muddy buddies texture.
  4. Cool and Serve: Spread the coated cereal mixture out on a baking sheet lined with wax paper or parchment paper to cool and harden. Once cooled, break apart any large clumps and serve your Butterscotch Muddy Buddies in a bowl or airtight container for snacking.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
  • Feel free to substitute creamy peanut butter with almond butter for a different flavor profile.
  • Use gluten-free rice cereal to make this recipe gluten-free.
  • For extra crunch, consider adding chopped nuts like peanuts or pecans after coating.

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