Muddy Buddy Rice Krispies

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Muddy Buddy Rice Krispies

Muddy Buddy Rice Krispies combine chocolate, peanut butter, and crispy cereal for an easy no-bake dessert everyone will love. Sweet, chewy, and ready in under an hour.

I’ve always loved Muddy Buddies, but I wanted to turn that classic chocolate and peanut butter mix into something that could be sliced and shared easily. That’s how these Muddy Buddy Rice Krispies came about. They have all the same rich flavor and crunch, but in a chewy, bar-style treat that’s perfect for any occasion.

When I made these for the first time, the smell of melted chocolate and peanut butter filled the kitchen, and my wife came in to see what was going on. Once they cooled, we cut them into squares, dusted them with powdered sugar, and took a bite. The combination of textures was spot on. Crunchy, soft, sweet, and impossible to stop eating.

Now they’ve become a go-to treat in our house. They take almost no time to make and don’t require baking, which is always a plus. If you want something easy and satisfying that everyone will ask for again, this recipe delivers every single time.

Questions You May Have About This Recipe

Can I use natural peanut butter?
You can, but regular creamy peanut butter holds the bars together better.

Can I use milk chocolate instead of semi-sweet?
Yes, milk chocolate will work, but the bars will be sweeter.

How do I keep them from sticking?
Line your pan with parchment paper and lightly spray it with nonstick spray.

Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, they keep well in an airtight container for up to five days.

Do they need to be refrigerated?
No, but if your kitchen is warm, you can store them in the fridge to keep them firm.

What You Need to Make Muddy Buddy Rice Krispies

6 cups Rice Krispies cereal

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

¾ cup creamy peanut butter

¼ cup butter

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 ½ cups powdered sugar

How to Make Muddy Buddy Rice Krispies

Line a 9×13 inch pan with parchment paper and set aside.

In a large saucepan, melt butter, peanut butter, and chocolate chips over low heat. Stir until smooth.

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.

Add Rice Krispies and gently mix until fully coated.

Press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.

Allow to cool completely.

Dust the top generously with powdered sugar before cutting into squares.

Tips

Use a spatula sprayed with nonstick spray to press the mixture down evenly.

Add a handful of mini chocolate chips on top before the bars cool for extra chocolate flavor.

Do not overheat the chocolate mixture or it may seize.

Store bars in a cool, dry place for the best texture.

These make great gifts when wrapped in clear bags tied with a ribbon.

Reader Reviews

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “My grandkids loved these. They disappeared faster than any dessert I’ve made.” Susan R.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Made these for a bake sale and they were a hit. Easy to make and taste amazing.” Carol D.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Perfect mix of crunchy and chewy. The powdered sugar makes them look so nice.” Linda P.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “I added a few white chocolate chips for variety and it worked great.” Patty K.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “This recipe is simple and delicious. I’ll be making these again for the holidays.” Diane H.

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