Description
St. Patrick’s Day Muddy Buddies are a delightful sweet treat that combines the crunchiness of crispy rice cereal with the rich flavors of melted chocolate and peanut butter, all coated in powdered sugar and vibrant green candy melts. These festive snacks are perfect for celebrating St. Paddy’s Day, offering a whimsical touch to any gathering. Easy to make and customize, they are sure to bring joy to both kids and adults alike. Indulge in this simple recipe that guarantees a fun and tasty experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk)
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup green candy melts
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and peanut butter in short bursts until smooth.
- Stir in green candy melts until fully combined.
- Gently fold in crispy rice cereal until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a zip-top bag with powdered sugar and shake until well-coated.
- Spread on parchment paper to cool completely before serving.
Notes
Experiment with different cereals like Rice Krispies for variety.
Add colorful sprinkles for extra flair.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg