Muddy Buddy Rice Krispies (Printable View)

Crispy cereal squares with melted chocolate-peanut butter coating and sweet powdered sugar dusting.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cereal Base

01 - 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal

→ Chocolate-Peanut Butter Mixture

02 - 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
03 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
04 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Powdered Sugar Coating

06 - 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

# How to Make It:

01 - Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
02 - Place 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
03 - Combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and smooth, approximately 1-2 minutes total.
04 - Stir in vanilla extract until fully incorporated into the chocolate mixture.
05 - Pour the warm chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the Rice Krispies. Gently fold with a spatula until all cereal pieces are evenly coated without crushing them.
06 - Transfer the coated cereal mixture to the prepared baking pan. Press lightly into an even layer, being careful not to compact the cereal too tightly.
07 - Place powdered sugar in a large zip-top bag. Cut the Rice Krispies mixture into 16 squares and gently toss pieces in the bag until thoroughly coated with powdered sugar.
08 - Transfer coated squares to a wire rack or parchment-lined tray. Let set for 10 minutes before serving to allow the coating to firm up.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The crunch of Rice Krispies meets the fudgy comfort of puppy chow in one bite
  • Ready in 20 minutes flat, which is basically instant gratification
02 -
  • Pressing too hard when transferring to the pan will crush your cereal into sad, dense squares
  • Let the chocolate mixture cool for about 60 seconds before pouring, or you will end up with soggy cereal
03 -
  • Use room temperature peanut butter to avoid any separation in your chocolate mixture
  • Work quickly once the chocolate is melted, as it starts thickening fast

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