These Peppermint Bark Muddy Buddies are an easy and festive treat that’s perfect for the holiday season. With only a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious snack to enjoy at parties, give as gifts, or just savor with your family. The combination of crunchy rice Chex cereal coated in melted peppermint bark and powdered sugar creates a sweet, minty, and irresistible treat. This quick recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves peppermint and holiday flavors!
Peppermint Bark Muddy Buddies are the ultimate festive treat that’s perfect for the holiday season. They’re easy to make, combining crunchy rice Chex cereal with rich peppermint bark and powdered sugar for a snack that's sweet and full of holiday flavor.
INGREDIENTS
- Rice Chex Cereal: 4 cups of rice Chex cereal for that signature crunchy texture.
- Peppermint Bark: 1 ½ cups chopped peppermint bark, the perfect combination of minty and sweet chocolate flavor.
- Confectioners' Sugar: ½ cup powdered sugar to coat the cereal and give it that classic muddy buddy texture.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Step 1:
- Pour the powdered sugar into a gallon-sized zip-top baggie and set aside. This will make it easy to coat the cereal in sugar later.
- Step 2:
- In a large mixing bowl, add the Chex cereal and set aside. This gives you space to mix in the melted peppermint bark later.
- Step 3:
- Place the chopped peppermint bark in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 30 seconds, stir well, and reheat in 25-second intervals as needed until smooth and melted.
- Step 4:
- Pour the melted peppermint bark over the Chex cereal. Stir gently to ensure the cereal is evenly coated without breaking the pieces.
- Step 5:
- Transfer the coated Chex into the zip-top bag with powdered sugar. Seal the bag and shake well until the cereal is completely coated in sugar.
- Step 6:
- Dump the coated cereal onto wax paper or a cookie sheet and let it cool before serving or storing.
Serving and Storage Tips
- Serve in a festive bowl for holiday parties or gatherings.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- You can also package these Muddy Buddies in small gift bags for a holiday treat to share.
Helpful Notes
- You can use any type of peppermint bark, but make sure it’s finely chopped for easy melting.
- Try adding holiday sprinkles for extra color and fun!
Tips from well-known chefs
- Chef Joanna Gaines suggests adding a pinch of sea salt to balance the sweetness of the peppermint bark and sugar.
- Bobby Flay recommends using high-quality white chocolate for a creamier texture in your peppermint bark.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
- This recipe is incredibly easy and quick to prepare, perfect for last-minute holiday gatherings.
- Peppermint and chocolate are a classic holiday combination that everyone loves.
- The crunchy texture of Chex cereal paired with the sweet and minty flavor makes it irresistible.
VARIATIONS
- Swap out peppermint bark for white chocolate and add peppermint extract for a different twist.
- Use dark chocolate bark instead of peppermint for a rich, less sweet version.