If you love peanut butter, chocolate, and that classic Butterfinger crunch, these Butterfinger Muddy Buddies are about to be your new snack obsession! Crunchy cereal is coated in a rich peanut butter-chocolate mix, dusted with powdered sugar, and loaded with crushed Butterfinger pieces for the ultimate sweet, salty, and crispy treat. Perfect for snacking, sharing (or not!), and satisfying your sweet tooth in the best way possible!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
If you’re a fan of sweet, crunchy snacks with a nostalgic twist, you’re going to love these Butterfinger Muddy Buddies (aka Puppy Chow). They take everything you already adore about the classic treat—crunchy cereal, peanut butter, and chocolate—and take it up a notch with crushed Butterfinger candy mixed in for that irresistible crispy, peanut-buttery sweetness.
It’s quick to whip up, super addictive, and perfect for parties, movie nights, or just a fun kitchen project with the kids. Warning: it disappears fast!
Ingredients
*Ingredient amounts are located in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Rice Chex Cereal – The crunchy base that holds all the gooey, chocolatey goodness and gives that perfect light, crisp texture.
- Creamy Peanut Butter – Adds rich, nutty flavor and helps bind everything together with that classic peanut butter-chocolate combo.
- Milk Chocolate Chips – Melted into the peanut butter for a smooth, sweet coating that tastes like candy in every bite.
- Butter – Adds richness and helps create a silky, pourable chocolate mixture that evenly coats the cereal.
- Vanilla Extract – A splash of vanilla brings warmth and enhances all the sweet flavors.
- Butterfinger Candy Bar Crumbs – The star of the show! Crushed Butterfinger bits bring that signature crispy, peanut buttery crunch throughout.
- Powdered Sugar – Gives that classic “muddy buddy” finish—sweet, snowy, and slightly messy in the best way possible!
How to Make Butterfinger Muddy Buddies
[Step 1] In a large microwave safe-bowl, combine the peanut butter, chocolate chips, and butter. Heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until the mixture is melted and smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
[Step 2] Add the cereal to the melted chocolate mixture and gently stir to coat evenly.
[Step 3] Add the crushed Butterfinger crumbs and toss to distribute throughout the mixture.
[Step 4] Add half of the powdered sugar and half of the coated cereal to a large ziplock bag and seal. Shake until the cereal pieces are fully covered in powdered sugar.
[Step 5] Spread the muddy buddies onto a baking sheet lined with parchment papaer and allow to cool completely. Repeat with the other half of the cereal mixture. Store in an airtight container.
Tips & Tricks
- White Chocolate Version – Swap milk chocolate chips for white chocolate for a sweeter, creamier twist.
- Crunchy Peanut Butter – Use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy for added texture and nutty crunch.
- Mini Pretzel Mix-In – Add mini pretzels for a salty-sweet combo that’s totally addicting.
- Reese’s Remix – Toss in chopped Reese’s or swap Butterfinger crumbs for Reese’s Pieces for extra peanut butter flair.
- Nut-Free Option – Use sunflower seed butter and skip the Butterfinger crumbs for an allergy-friendly version.
- Extra Crunch – Mix in a handful of crushed cornflakes or chopped peanuts for a super crispy batch.
- Holiday Twist – Add festive sprinkles, colored powdered sugar, or candy melts to match the season or party theme.
- Gluten-Free Friendly – Use gluten-free Chex and double-check that your candy bars are gluten-free too!
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Ingredients
- 8 Cups Rice Chex Cereal
- 1 ¼ Cups Creamy Peanut Butter
- 2 Cups Milk Chocolate Chips
- ¼ Cup Butter
- 2 Teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 1 ½ Cups Butterfinger Candy Bar Crumbs
- 2 ½ Cups Powdered Sugar
Instructions
- In a large microwave safe-bowl, combine the peanut butter, chocolate chips, and butter. Heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until the mixture is melted and smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the cereal to the melted chocolate mixture and gently stir to coat evenly.
- Add the crushed Butterfinger crumbs and toss to distribute throughout the mixture.
- Add half of the powdered sugar and half of the coated cereal to a large ziplock bag and seal. Shake until the cereal pieces are fully covered in powdered sugar.
- Spread the muddy buddies onto a baking sheet lined with parchment papaer and allow to cool completely. Repeat with the other half of the cereal mixture. Store in an airtight container.
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