easter muddy buddy recipes
Celebrate Easter with this festive sweet treat combining cereal, chocolate, and powdered sugar. This Easter Muddy Buddies recipe adds a colorful twist with pastel candies, perfect for sharing with family and friends during the holiday.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 microwave-safe bowl
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper optional
- 1 spatula or spoon
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 9 cups rice cereal
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup pastel M&M's or candy-coated chocolate eggs
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper to make cleanup easier, if desired.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, peanut butter, and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until fully melted and smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract once the mixture is melted and take it out of the microwave.
- In a large mixing bowl, pour the rice cereal. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal. Gently stir until all the cereal is coated evenly.
- Once combined, add the powdered sugar to the bowl. Mix thoroughly until the cereal is coated in powdered sugar.
- Gently fold in the pastel M&M's or candy-coated chocolate eggs for festive color and crunch.
- Spread the mixture out evenly on the lined baking sheet, allowing it to cool and set for about 10 minutes.
- Once cooled, break the mixture into clusters and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
Notes
For a different flavor, try using white chocolate or dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet. Feel free to customize with different mix-ins, such as nuts, dried fruit, or other types of candy. Make this treat ahead of time and store it in a cool, dry place to keep it fresh for your Easter celebrations.