Muddy Buddies (Moose Munch) Snack Mix

Ingredients

• 10 cups Rice Chex Cereal (crunchy rice Chex; can substitute other Chex or puffed rice cereals)
• 1 cup Whole Cashews (unsalted, raw or roasted)
• 11.5 oz Milk Chocolate Chips (semi‑sweet milk chocolate chips)
• 1 stick Unsalted Butter (cut into 3‑4 chunks for easier melting)
• 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter (smooth, not chunky)
• 3.5 cups Powdered Sugar (plus extra if needed for coating)

Instructions

1. Gather Ingredients

   Measure out all ingredients and have them within arm’s reach.

   Time: PT5M

2. Combine Cereal and Nuts

   Place 10 cups of Rice Chex cereal and 1 cup of whole cashews into a large mixing bowl.

   Time: PT5M

3. Melt Chocolate Mixture

   In a microwave‑safe bowl combine 11.5 oz milk chocolate chips, 1 stick of butter (cut into chunks), and 1 cup creamy peanut butter. Microwave on high for 1 minute, stir, then microwave additional 30‑second intervals until smooth.

   Time: PT2M

4. Coat Cereal with Chocolate

   Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal and cashews. Gently fold with a spatula until most pieces are coated, being careful not to crush the cereal.

   Time: PT3M

5. Transfer to Bag

   Spoon the coated cereal into a jumbo Ziploc bag. Seal the bag part‑way to allow steam to escape.

   Time: PT2M

6. Add Powdered Sugar and Toss

   Add 3½ cups powdered sugar to the bag. Seal the bag tightly and shake or toss the bag until the sugar coats every piece. If the mixture feels sticky, add a little more powdered sugar.

   Time: PT5M

7. Set and Dry

   Dump the coated mix onto a sheet of wax/parchment paper and spread into a thin layer. Let it sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes, or speed up by placing the sheet in the refrigerator.

   Time: PT10M

8. Store

   Transfer the cooled Muddy Buddies to an airtight container or zip‑lock bag for storage.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

220

Protein

3 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

10 g

Fiber

1 g