How to Make the Perfect Vegan Muddy Buddies
American · Easy · 40 min · 12 servings
These vegan muddy buddies are a crunchy peanut butter and chocolate-coated cereal snack tossed in a generous cloud of powdered sugar for an irresistible treat. This classic party snack has been made completely vegan without sacrificing any of the addictive flavor everyone loves.
Why this recipe works
This Vegan Muddy Buddies recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 40 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 245 calories with 4g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
- 0.25 cup vegan butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Melt Coating
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine dark chocolate chips, peanut butter, and vegan butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals stirring between each until completely melted and smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
Step 2: Coat the Cereal
Pour the Chex cereal into a very large bowl. Drizzle the melted chocolate peanut butter mixture over the cereal and gently fold with a rubber spatula until all pieces are evenly coated.
Step 3: Shake with Powdered Sugar
Transfer the coated cereal in batches to a large zip-lock bag or container with a lid. Add powdered sugar and shake vigorously until every piece is completely covered in a white powdery coating.
Step 4: Cool and Serve
Spread the muddy buddies in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let cool at room temperature for 30 minutes until the coating is set. Store in an airtight container.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- peanut butter → sunflower seed butter for a nut-free school-safe version
- vegan butter → refined coconut oil melted in the same quantity
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not coating the cereal fast enough before the chocolate starts to harden causing uneven coverage
- Using too little powdered sugar which leaves sticky clumps of cereal stuck together
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 245 calories, 4g protein, 34g carbs, 11g fat, 2g fiber.
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