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Red, White, and Blue Muddy Buddies

Red, White, and Blue Muddy Buddies for Your Festive Snacking

Delight in these Red, White, and Blue Muddy Buddies, perfect for festive gatherings and quick snacking.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Snacks
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 6 cups Chex Cereal Use rice or corn Chex for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 cups Candy Melts Substitute white chocolate for different flavor.
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup M&Ms Feel free to swap with any colorful candies.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to preference.

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • baking tray
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all your ingredients and tools to ensure a smooth cooking experience.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine your candy melts. Microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth.
  3. Pour the Chex cereal into the bowl with the melted candy and gently fold to coat.
  4. Sprinkle in your M&Ms and lightly mix them throughout the candy-covered cereal.
  5. Transfer the mixture onto parchment paper, spreading it out evenly. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes.
  6. Once cooled, break into bite-sized pieces and serve or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gIron: 2mg

Notes

Layer in a clear jar for presentation; allow to cool completely for the best crunch.

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