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Valentine’s Day Muddy Buddies Recipe

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A festive and sweet snack perfect for Valentine’s Day, these Muddy Buddies are made by coating Chex cereal in pink and red candy melts, tossing in powdered sugar, and mixing with colorful Valentine’s M&M’s and sprinkles for a delightful treat.

Ingredients

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Cereal:

  • 7 cups Chex cereal, divided

Candy Coating:

  • 1 cup pink candy melts
  • 1 cup red candy melts
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil (divided)

Coating:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar, divided

Add-ins:

  • 1 cup Valentine’s Day M&M’s
  • 2 1/4 tablespoons Valentine’s Day sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Divide Cereal: Separate the 7 cups of Chex cereal evenly into two bowls to prepare for coating with different colored candy melts.
  2. Melt Pink Candy: In 30-second increments, microwave the pink candy melts with 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil until fully melted and smooth, stirring between intervals to prevent burning.
  3. Coat Cereal with Pink Candy: Pour the melted pink candy over one bowl of Chex cereal and gently fold the mixture until each piece is well coated. If the candy hardens or seizes, microwave the mixture again for 15 seconds and stir to recoat.
  4. Powder Sugar Coating for Pink Mix: Place the coated pink candy Chex into a zip-lock bag, add 1/2 cup powdered sugar, seal, and shake well to evenly coat all pieces. Spread the mixture on a wax paper-lined baking sheet to set.
  5. Coat Cereal with Red Candy: Repeat the melting and coating process with the red candy melts, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, and the second bowl of Chex cereal. Then toss with the remaining 1/2 cup powdered sugar in a zip-lock bag and spread on the baking sheet next to the pink mixture.
  6. Set the Muddy Buddies: Allow both mixtures to set for about 30 minutes on the baking sheet to harden and achieve the perfect crunch.
  7. Add M&M’s and Sprinkles: Once set, combine the pink and red coated Chex mixtures in a large bowl and gently mix in 1 cup Valentine’s Day M&M’s and 2 1/4 tablespoons Valentine’s Day sprinkles for a colorful and festive finish.
  8. Enjoy: Serve immediately or store in an airtight container to enjoy the sweet and crunchy treat later.

Notes

  • When melting candy melts, add vegetable oil to ensure a smooth coating and prevent clumps.
  • If candy melts seize or harden too quickly, microwave in short intervals and stir to regain smoothness.
  • Shake the coated cereal well with powdered sugar to ensure even coverage and avoid clumping.
  • Store Muddy Buddies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and crunchy.
  • Feel free to customize with different colored candy melts or themed sprinkles for other occasions.

Keywords: Valentine's Day snack, Muddy Buddies, Chex mix dessert, candy coated cereal, festive treats

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