Satisfy your sweet tooth with this irresistible People Chow recipe—a crunchy, chocolatey, and peanut buttery treat that's perfect for snacking or sharing! Made with crispy Rice Chex cereal, a luscious blend of melted semi-sweet chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and vanilla, all generously coated in powdered sugar, this no-bake delight is as easy to make as it is addictive. Ready in just 15 minutes, this crowd-pleasing snack mix is ideal for parties, movie nights, or holiday gifting. Plus, it stores well for up to a week, making it a convenient make-ahead option. Whether you call it "Muddy Buddies" or just delicious, this recipe is a guaranteed favorite.
Place the Rice Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, creamy peanut butter, and unsalted butter.
Microwave the mixture at 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until it is completely melted and smooth (approximately 1-2 minutes total).
Stir the vanilla extract into the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture.
Pour the melted mixture over the Rice Chex cereal and gently fold with a spatula until the cereal is evenly coated.
Transfer the coated cereal into a large resealable plastic bag or a lidded container.
Add the powdered sugar to the bag or container, seal it tightly, and shake vigorously until the cereal is evenly coated in powdered sugar.
Spread the coated cereal onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool and set for 15 minutes.
Once cooled, transfer the People Chow into a serving bowl or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Calories |
3853 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 134.6 g | 173% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.4 g | 267% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 3406 mg | 148% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 619.4 g | 225% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.7 g | 110% | |
| Total Sugars | 302.3 g | ||
| Protein | 65.2 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 24.0 mcg | 120% | |
| Calcium | 1642 mg | 126% | |
| Iron | 103.6 mg | 576% | |
| Potassium | 1119 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.