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This delicious St Patrick’s Day Muddy Buddies recipe is made with Chex cereal, white chocolate, pretzels, and lots of sweet treats as mix-ins. This a festive and delicious snack recipe the whole family will enjoy. Great for parties and a midday snack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Muddy buddies are a great addition to any party year-round, and they also make great holiday treats because you can add colored ingredients to match the holiday. I’ve made this tasty sweet and salty snack mix for pretty much every holiday and throughout the year for no reason other than that they’re delicious. When my kids were in school, I made double batches on the weekends for sleep overs and as snacks to take to school with them. One of my favorite variations is this St. Patrick’s Day mix. It’s sweet and delicious, and the flavors work amazingly well together. You can’t beat an easy treat!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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St. Patrick’s Day Muddy Buddies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
This mix starts with a muddy buddy variation of Chex coated with a mix of white chocolate and powdered sugar. Then, I add mix-ins that are both delicious and perfect for the holiday. Green and white mint chocolate M&Ms, Andes mints, chocolate mint cookies, mint dark chocolate M&Ms, green apple Jelly bellies, and mini pretzels come together to create a sweet and salty snack mix that’s out of this world. The mint and chocolate work perfectly with the white chocolate coating, and believe it or not, the apple jelly beans, too! You’ll be hooked after one bite!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Why You’ll Love This St. Patrick’s Day Muddy Buddy Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
They’re festive and delicious, and they’re an easy snack to make for St. Patrick’s Day.<\/li>
The included ingredients are just the beginning. There’s such a huge variety of mix-ins that can be added to this mix.<\/li>
Everyone LOVES muddy buddies!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Be sure your mix is absolutely cool before adding all the chocolate mix-ins. They’ll melt otherwise.<\/li>
Be sure you use a nice, big bowl so you have plenty of room to mix your ingredients.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Variations and Mix-In Ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There are a ton of different mix-ins you can add to this recipe. It doesn’t have to be any particular theme, so the possibilities are endless. Just a few ideas are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use any variety of Chex you like. There are a ton.<\/li>
Try any of your favorite bite-size candies like M&Ms, Reese’s Pieces, Skittles, and the like.<\/li>
What to Serve with St Patrick’s Day Muddy Buddies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Muddy buddies are delicious when served on their own or as part of a larger dessert spread. Serve these alongside your other favorite snacks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cupcakes<\/li>
Cookies<\/li>
Snack cakes<\/li>
Crackers<\/li>
Chips<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Recipe FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Are muddy buddies and puppy chow the same thing?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
They are. They’re just different names for the same thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do muddy buddies need to be refrigerated?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
If eaten within 7 days, this mix doesn’t have to be refrigerated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What are the different names they call muddy buddies?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This sweet Chex snack mix goes by several different names.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Did puppy chow or muddy buddies come first?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
While the snacks are the same, the name puppy chow came first. That’s because Purina was the company that originally made Chex. Yes, the dog food company we all know to day. So when this snack mix began being made in the 1960s, people called it puppy chow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Who invented muddy buddies?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
No one knows exactly who invented the recipe first, but it’s been a staple snack since the 1960s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What is the difference between puppy chow and muddy buddies?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
There is no difference whatsoever. They’re two names for the same delicious snack.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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How to Store Leftover St Patrick’s Day Muddy Buddies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Store this mix in an airtight container, or a gallon size resealable bag, at room temperature for up to a week or for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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St. Patrick’s Day Muddy Buddies Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
It only takes a few simple ingredients to make this recipe. You’ll find them all easily at your local grocery store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rice Chex cereal<\/li>
White chocolate melting wafers<\/li>
Powdered sugar<\/li>
Holiday mint chocolate M&Ms (I used the green and white only)<\/li>
Andes Creme de Menthe thin mints (28 pieces), broke into pieces<\/li>
Mini pretzels or pretzel pieces<\/li>
Sconza\u00ae chocolate mint cookie bites<\/li>
Green apple jelly bellies<\/li>
M&Ms mint dark chocolate candy<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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How to Make St. Patrick’s Day Muddy Buddies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Making this recipe is a breeze. You’ll be in and out of the kitchen in just a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 1: Prep<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside. Then, add the Chex to a large bowl and set it aside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 2: Melt the Chocolate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Melt the white chocolate wafers in the microwave at 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 3: Coat the Chex<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Pour the melted chocolate over the Chex and stir to coat. Then, sprinkle powdered sugar over the mixture and stir again to coat evenly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 4: Cool<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and let it cool completely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 5: Finish the Muddy Buddies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
When the mixture has cooled add it to a large bowl and combine it with the remaining add-ins. Enjoy!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Try These Easy, Delicious St Patrick’s Day Muddy Buddies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
These St. Patrick’s Day muddy buddies are sweet, salty, delicious, and most importantly, super easy to make. They’re the perfect snack for the holiday, and everyone always loves them. You’ll love how easy they are to make. And with just a few tweaks, they’re great for any holiday at all! Give these a try, and get ready to fall in love.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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