Description
Irresistible mint chocolate muddy buddies bring a cool twist to classic snack mix, blending rich chocolate and refreshing mint flavors. Crunchy cereal coated in smooth chocolate and powdered sugar creates an addictive treat you won’t be able to stop munching.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients:
- 10 cups Chex cereal (rice or corn variety)
- 6 ounces (170 grams) chocolate chips
- 6 ounces (170 grams) green candy melts
Coating Ingredients:
- 2 cups (240 grams) powdered sugar
Mix-ins:
- 1 cup (170 grams) mint M&M’s
- 1 cup (170 grams) Andes chocolate mints, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare a clean workspace with two microwave-safe bowls, measuring tools, and large zip-top bags. Divide Chex cereal into two equal portions.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, using 15-second intervals and stirring between each until smooth. Avoid overheating.
- Gently coat one portion of Chex cereal with melted chocolate, ensuring even coverage.
- Incorporate powdered sugar into the chocolate-coated cereal, mixing thoroughly in the bowl or using a sealed zip-top bag to distribute evenly.
- Melt green candy melts in a separate bowl using shorter 10-second intervals, stirring carefully to prevent burning.
- Coat the remaining Chex cereal portion with melted green candy, ensuring complete and uniform coverage.
- Transfer green candy-coated cereal to a zip-top bag, add remaining powdered sugar, and shake vigorously to create an even coating.
- Combine both chocolate and green candy-coated cereal mixtures in a large container or bag.
- Incorporate mint M&M’s and chopped Andes mints into the mixture, gently mixing to distribute candies evenly.
- Refrigerate for 10 minutes to allow coatings to set completely and flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks, maintaining crisp texture and fresh taste.
Notes
- Prevent Chocolate Seizing Use room temperature ingredients and avoid introducing any water to the chocolate during melting, as moisture can cause the chocolate to become grainy and clump.
- Customize Coating Options Swap powdered sugar with crushed candy canes, cocoa powder, or colored sprinkles for a festive twist and different flavor profiles.
- Manage Chocolate Consistency Stir chocolate frequently during melting and use low microwave power to ensure smooth, glossy coating without burning or separating.
- Control Portion Sizes Use smaller zip-top bags for easier mixing and coating if working with smaller batches or to create individual serving portions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Melting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg