Healthy Muddy Buddies have a added kick of protein and are sugar free, making them the perfect treat when that sweet tooth hits!
Healthy Muddy Buddies, also known as puppy chow, muddy buddies, or trash, are a popular snack that offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures. These delicious treats provide a boost of protein, making them a perfect pick-me-up snack. While we won’t discuss the specific recipe here, rest assured that the healthy version of Muddy Buddies retains the same irresistible taste as the non-healthy version. So, indulge in these guilt-free treats and enjoy their wholesome goodness!
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INGREDIENTS YOU NEED
- 5 cups rice chex cereal
- 1/2 cup sugar free chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup powdered monk fruit or powdered sweetener of choice
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
Instructions To Make Healthy Muddy Buddies
- Place your cereal into a large bowl, set aside. Pour your powdered monk fruit and protein powder into a large zip lock baggie and set aside.
- In a saucepan over low-medium heat add your peanut butter, chocolate chips and coconut oil. Stir continuously until chocolate chips have melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Remove from the heat and stir in your vanilla extract.
- Pour your chocolate mixture over top of your chex cereal and carefully toss until all of your pieces of cereal are evenly coated.
- Then, carefully pour your chocolate covered cereal into your baggie that has your powdered sweetener and protein powder in it. Close the bag and shake it until all of your pieces of cereal are evenly coated in your powdered sweetener.
- spread onto a piece of parchment paper so your cereal does not get soggy in the large baggie. Allow to sit for 10 minutes and enjoy!
Healthy Muddy Buddies
Ingredients
- 5 cups rice chex cereal
- 1/2 cup sugar free chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup powdered monk fruit or powdered sweetener of choice
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
Instructions
- Place your cereal into a large bowl, set aside. Pour your powdered monk fruit and protein powder into a large zip lock baggie and set aside.
- In a saucepan over low-medium heat add your peanut butter, chocolate chips and coconut oil. Stir continuously until chocolate chips have melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Remove from the heat and stir in your vanilla extract.
- Pour your chocolate mixture over top of your chex cereal and carefully toss until all of your pieces of cereal are evenly coated.
- Then, carefully pour your chocolate covered cereal into your baggie that has your powdered sweetener and protein powder in it. Close the bag and shake it until all of your pieces of cereal are evenly coated in your powdered sweetener.
- spread onto a piece of parchment paper so your cereal does not get soggy in the large baggie. Allow to sit for 10 minutes and enjoy!
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Frequently Asked Questions About Healthy Muddy Buddies
Yes! Freeze in an airtight large zip lock bag for up to 6 months.
store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days.
Perfect snack, super yummy!