Muddy Buddy Rice Krispies
Ingredients:
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted (or 1/2 cup for a light sprinkle)
Instructions:
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Measure out the Rice Krispies cereal, chocolate chips, peanut butter, unsalted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Melt the Chocolate and Peanut Butter: Place the chocolate chips and peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Combine with Butter and Vanilla: Stir the melted butter and vanilla extract into the chocolate-peanut butter mixture until fully incorporated.
- Coat the Cereal: In a large mixing bowl, pour the chocolate mixture over the Rice Krispies cereal. Gently fold until all the cereal is evenly coated.
- Spread and Cool: Transfer the coated cereal mixture onto a baking sheet or into a pan. Let it cool completely to set before cutting.
- Add the Finishing Touch: Once cooled, place the bars into a large resealable bag. Add powdered sugar, seal the bag, and shake gently to coat. Alternatively, dust the bars lightly with powdered sugar for a cleaner look.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice into squares, serve, and savor the perfect mix of crunch and sweetness!