Kit Kat Muddy Buddies Chocolate Cereal Snack Mix
Chocolate-coated Chex cereal layered with melted milk chocolate, finely chopped Kit Kats, and powdered sugar. Sweet, crunchy, and indulgent, these no-bake muddy buddies deliver intense chocolate flavor with candy bar texture. Perfect for parties, snack platters, or gift-giving. This version the classic by incorporating Kit Kat throughout—both melted into the chocolate coating and stirred into the final mix for bursts of crispy wafer.
Ingredients
- 8 cup Chex cerealRice Krispies or Corn Chex1:1texture shift
high
- 13 snack size bar Kit Kat bars, or 10 ounces regular sizedcrushed Oreos or Reese's Peanut Butter Cups1:1 by weightflavor swapadds dairy
medium
- 1 ½ cup milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cup powdered sugar, divided
Instructions
- 1
Place cereal in a very large bowl.
- 2
Unwrap Kit Kat bars. Finely chop 6 snack size bars; break apart remaining bars and cut each into 4-5 pieces. Keep piles separate.
- 3
Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or silpat.
- 4
Combine milk chocolate chips and vegetable oil in a medium bowl. Microwave on high in 30 second increments, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
- 5
Stir finely chopped Kit Kat pieces into melted chocolate, then pour over cereal.
- 6
Toss carefully with a spoon until completely coated.
- 7
Place 2/3 cup powdered sugar in a large gallon-size bag or container. Add half the chocolate-coated cereal, seal, and shake to coat.
- 8
Pour onto prepared sheet. Repeat with another 2/3 cup powdered sugar and remaining cereal.
- 9
Let sit 15-30 minutes until set.
- 10
If desired, place remaining 2/3 cup powdered sugar in a bag or container, add all cooled muddy buddies, and shake for a second coating.
- 11
Stir in chopped Kit Kat pieces. Store in an airtight container.
Tips
Divide Kit Kats into two sizes: finely chop half for melting into chocolate coating (smoother distribution), chop remainder larger for texture and flavor bursts throughout.
Microwave chocolate in short bursts to prevent seizing. Stir thoroughly between intervals for even melting and smooth consistency.
Shake powdered sugar coating in a sealed bag rather than tossing by hand for even, mess-free coverage and maximum adhesion.
Good to Know
Airtight container at room temperature, up to 1 week.
Prepare fully and store in airtight container up to 1 week ahead. Do not prepare more than 1 day in advance if using second powdered sugar coating, as coating may absorb moisture.
Room temperature in bowls, paper bags, or jars for gift-giving. Serve within 2 hours of exposure to humidity for best crunch.
Common Mistakes
Over-microwave chocolate to avoid grainy, seized texture. Use 30-second increments and stir thoroughly.
Do not skip the parchment paper to avoid sticking and residue cleanup.
Avoid shaking while chocolate is still warm to prevent powdered sugar from clumping and sliding off.
Do not store in non-airtight containers to avoid loss of crunch from moisture absorption.
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
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medium
FAQ
Can I make this ahead for a party?
Yes, prepare fully up to 1 week ahead and store in an airtight container at room temperature. For best crunch, avoid a second powdered sugar coating if storing longer than 1 day, as it absorbs moisture.
What if my chocolate seizes during melting?
Seized chocolate becomes grainy and unusable. Prevent this by microwaving in 30-second increments and stirring between each. If it happens, discard and start with fresh chocolate. Never add water.
Can I freeze these?
Freezing is not recommended, as thawing causes condensation that damages crunch and coating. Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 1 week instead.