Easy Reindeer Chow Muddy Buddies Holiday Treat (Print version)
A crunchy no-bake holiday snack mix with chocolate peanut butter coated Chex, powdered sugar, pretzels, and red and green candies.
# Ingredients:
For the chocolate coating
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1 cup (170 g) semisweet chocolate chips
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2/3 cup (170 g) creamy peanut butter
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4 tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon fine salt
For the snack mix
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12 cups (about 330 g) Rice Chex cereal
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2 cups (240 g) powdered sugar, plus more if needed
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2 cups (90 g) mini pretzels
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1 1/2 cups (300 g) red and green M&M candies
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1/3 cup holiday sprinkles, optional
# Instructions:
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Add the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter to a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring after each burst, until smooth. Stir in the vanilla and salt.
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Place the Chex cereal in a very large bowl. Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the cereal and fold gently until the pieces are evenly coated.
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Add 1 cup powdered sugar to a large zip-top bag, then add half of the coated cereal. Seal and shake until coated. Repeat with the remaining powdered sugar and cereal.
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Spread the coated cereal on parchment paper for 5 minutes so the chocolate can set slightly and the pieces can separate.
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Transfer the cereal to a clean large bowl. Fold in the pretzels, M&M candies, and sprinkles once the cereal is no longer warm.
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Serve right away or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
# Good to know:
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Best packed for gifts after the mix is fully cool and dry to the touch.
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Work in two shaking batches if your bag is crowded.
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For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pretzels and check all candy labels.