Description
Sweet chocolate-drizzled Muddy Buddy Crunch Bars blend classic Midwestern snack nostalgia with irresistible peanut butter and powdered sugar magic. Chocolate lovers will devour these addictive no-bake treats that promise pure indulgence in every crispy, creamy bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 cups rice krispies cereal
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
Fats and Binding Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Sweetening and Coating Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (or ½ cup) powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare a microwave-safe bowl and a large mixing bowl for creating the chocolate-peanut butter base and coating the cereal.
- Melt chocolate chips and peanut butter together in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until the mixture becomes completely smooth and glossy.
- Incorporate unsalted butter and vanilla extract into the melted chocolate-peanut butter mixture, whisking until the ingredients create a uniform, velvety texture.
- Pour the Rice Krispies cereal into the large mixing bowl, then gently fold the warm chocolate mixture over the cereal, ensuring each piece gets thoroughly coated with the rich, chocolatey mixture.
- Transfer the chocolate-coated cereal onto a baking sheet, spreading it evenly to create a uniform layer that will set smoothly and consistently.
- Allow the mixture to cool and solidify at room temperature, which typically takes approximately 15-20 minutes until it reaches a firm consistency.
- Place the cooled mixture into a large resealable plastic bag, sprinkle powdered sugar generously inside, then seal and shake vigorously to create an even, sweet coating.
- Carefully remove the sugar-dusted bars from the bag and slice into bite-sized squares, ready to be served and enjoyed by friends and family.
Notes
- Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings with a delightful crunch that combines chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar.
- Quick and easy no-bake dessert that requires minimal cooking skills and takes less than 30 minutes to prepare.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, keeping them fresh and delicious.
- Ideal for kids’ parties, potlucks, or as a spontaneous weekend treat that everyone will love.
- Customize by using different types of cereal or adding chopped nuts for extra texture and flavor.
- Gluten-free option available by selecting certified gluten-free Rice Krispies or a similar crispy cereal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 174
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 58 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 6 mg