Introduction

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a festive twist on a classic treat: Muddy Buddies packed with minty flavors and colorful candies. This easy no-bake recipe combines crunchy cereal with white chocolate and a variety of green and white sweets for a fun, delicious snack.

The image shows a close-up of three white bowls filled with a colorful snack mix on a white marbled surface. Each bowl has three visible layers: the bottom layer is light-colored cereal squares with a powdery texture, the middle layer includes small, shiny green candies and golden-brown pretzel pieces scattered throughout, and the top layer features dark chocolate pieces with green filling shaped like triangles and round dark chocolate balls. The snack mix looks vibrant with a mix of green, brown, white, and dark chocolate colors, creating a rich and textured appearance. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

9 cups Rice Chex cereal
2 cups white chocolate melting wafers
1½ cups powdered sugar
9.2 ounce bag holiday mint chocolate M&Ms (green and white only)
4.67 ounce Andes Creme de Menthe thin mints (28 pieces, broken into pieces)
1½ to 2 cups mini pretzels or pretzel pieces
5 ounce Sconza® chocolate mint cookie bites
3.5 ounce green apple Jelly Belly candies
9.6 ounce bag M&Ms mint dark chocolate candy
Additional green and white candies as desired (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Step 2: Place the Rice Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl.
Step 3: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the white chocolate melting wafers in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely smooth.
Step 4: Pour the melted white chocolate over the cereal and stir gently to coat all pieces evenly.
Step 5: Sprinkle powdered sugar over the coated cereal and stir again until well coated.
Step 6: Spread the mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and let it cool completely.
Step 7: Once cooled, transfer the coated cereal back to a large bowl. Add the holiday mint chocolate M&Ms, mint dark chocolate M&Ms, broken Andes mints, pretzels, mint cookie bites, green apple Jelly Belly candies, and any additional green and white candies. Stir gently to combine.
Step 8: Serve immediately or store as desired.

Tips & Variations

Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Try swapping white chocolate wafers for white almond bark for a similar effect.
Add your favorite green candies or nuts for extra texture and flavor.
Let the mixture cool completely before adding candies to avoid melting.

Storage

Store the muddy buddies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, keep it in the refrigerator but bring to room temperature before serving to enjoy the best texture. Avoid humid environments to keep the coating crisp.

How to Serve

A close-up image of a mix of snacks in a white bowl with a green decorative rim, placed on a white marbled surface. The mix has layers of small square pieces coated in white powdered sugar, square pretzels with a golden brown color and smooth texture, and pieces of dark chocolate with a mint green filling inside, some sliced to show the filling. There are also round candy-coated chocolates in bright green and pale mint colors scattered throughout, adding vibrant pops of color to the mix. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of cereal?

Yes, other cereals like Corn Chex or Cheerios can work, but Rice Chex provides a nice crunch and light coating surface.

How do I keep the candies from melting?

Make sure the white chocolate-coated cereal is completely cooled before adding the candies. Additionally, stirring gently helps prevent breakage and melting.

St. Patrick’s Day Muddy Buddies Recipe

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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this festive Muddy Buddies snack mix, featuring crispy Rice Chex cereal coated in smooth white chocolate and powdered sugar, then tossed with a delightful mix of minty chocolates, pretzels, and colorful candies. Perfect for holiday parties or a sweet seasonal treat!

Author: Lena
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes (melting chocolate and mixing)
Total Time: 30 minutes (including cooling time)
Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
Category: Snack
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

9 cups Rice Chex cereal
1½ cups powdered sugar

Chocolate Coating

2 cups white chocolate melting wafers

Mix-ins

9.2 ounce bag holiday mint chocolate M&Ms (green and white only)
9.6 ounce bag M&Ms mint dark chocolate candy
4.67 ounce Andes Creme de Menthe thin mints (28 pieces, broken into pieces)
1½–2 mini pretzels or pretzel pieces
5 ounce Sconza® chocolate mint cookie bites
3.5 ounce green apple Jelly Belly candies
Additional green and white candies (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the workspace: Place parchment paper on a baking sheet and set aside to cool the coated cereal later.
Add the cereal: Pour 9 cups of Rice Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
Melt the white chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat 2 cups of white chocolate melting wafers in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until the chocolate is completely smooth.
Combine chocolate and cereal: Pour the melted white chocolate over the Rice Chex cereal and stir thoroughly to coat every piece evenly.
Coat with powdered sugar: Sprinkle 1½ cups of powdered sugar over the chocolate-coated cereal mixture and stir well to ensure an even coating.
Cool the mixture: Spread the coated cereal onto the prepared baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer. Allow it to cool completely and set.
Add mix-ins and enjoy: Once cooled, transfer the Muddy Buddies to a large bowl. Gently stir in the green and white holiday mint chocolate M&Ms, mint dark chocolate M&Ms, Andes Creme de Menthe pieces, mini pretzels, chocolate mint cookie bites, green apple Jelly Belly candies, and any other preferred green and white candies. Serve and enjoy this festive St. Patrick’s Day treat!

Notes

You can substitute the white chocolate melting wafers with candy melts or high-quality white chocolate chips.
For a crunchier texture, add pretzels just before serving to prevent sogginess.
Store the Muddy Buddies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Feel free to customize candies according to your preference or dietary restrictions.
Ensure the powdered sugar coats the cereal well to keep the chocolate from sticking excessively.

Keywords: St. Patrick’s Day, Muddy Buddies, snack mix, mint chocolate, festive treats, white chocolate, party food