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Cookie Monster Muddy Buddies Recipe

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Cookie Monster Muddy Buddies are a fun and colorful twist on the classic muddy buddies snack mix, combining crunchy Rice Chex cereal coated in a luscious chocolate-peanut butter glaze, vibrant blue powdered sugar, and mini chocolate chip and Oreo cookies for a delightful treat perfect for parties or casual snacking.

Ingredients

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Cereal Base

  • 1 (12-ounce) box Rice Chex cereal

Chocolate-Peanut Butter Coating

  • 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup smooth peanut butter (traditional, not natural)
  • 6 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Powdered Sugar Mix

  • 2 1/2 cups Dixie Crystals powdered sugar, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon powdered blue food dye

Cookie Toppings

  • 8 oz mini chocolate chip cookies
  • 8 oz mini Oreo cookies
  • 1 cup milk chocolate morsels

Instructions

  1. Prepare Baking Sheet and Cereal: Line a rimmed baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper and set aside. Pour the Rice Chex cereal into the largest mixing bowl you have and set aside for coating.
  2. Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Mixture: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine semisweet chocolate chips, smooth peanut butter, unsalted butter, and kosher salt (start with 1/4 teaspoon of salt and adjust after melting). Microwave on high for 1 minute, then stir. Continue microwaving in 15-second intervals, stirring after each, for about 45 seconds more until the mixture is almost melted. Remove from the microwave and stir until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
  3. Coat the Cereal: Pour the chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the cereal in the large bowl. Gently fold with a spatula until all cereal pieces are evenly coated with the mixture.
  4. Prepare Colored Powdered Sugar: Place the powdered sugar and powdered blue food dye in a gallon-size zip-top bag. Seal and shake the bag until the powdered sugar is evenly colored blue.
  5. Coat Cereal with Blue Powdered Sugar: Add the coated cereal to the colored powdered sugar bag. Seal and shake vigorously until the cereal is well coated. If some pieces have less coating, remove the well-coated cereal and shake the rest again to ensure even coverage.
  6. Cool and Add Cookies: Pour the coated cereal onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer. Let cool for about 10 minutes to set. Sprinkle mini chocolate chip cookies, mini Oreo cookies, and milk chocolate morsels evenly on top of the muddy buddies.
  7. Store: Transfer the entire mix into an airtight container or a clean zip-top bag if not serving immediately to keep freshness.

Notes

  • Use traditional smooth peanut butter rather than natural, as natural peanut butter can be oilier and may affect coating consistency.
  • Microwaving times can vary, so watch the chocolate mixture carefully to avoid burning.
  • Be gentle when folding the cereal to avoid breaking the pieces.
  • For a stronger blue color, adjust the amount of powdered food dye carefully, adding more if desired.
  • This treat is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
  • For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter and check for allergen-free chocolate chips.

Keywords: Muddy Buddies, Cookie Monster, Snack Mix, Chocolate Peanut Butter, Chex Mix, Party Snack

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