Muddy Buddies Without Peanut Butter
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These Muddy Buddies Without Peanut Butter are a super easy alterative to classic Muddy Buddies (AKA Puppy Chow)!
Traditionally, Muddy Buddies (AKA Puppy Chow) are made with peanut butter, which I am unfortunately very allergic to. That’s why this recipe uses almond butter instead!
This super easy no-bake snack mix is made with just 4 ingredients and comes together in only 15 minutes. It’s crunchy, chocolatey and so hard to stop eating! I also love that it can be easily made dairy free and/or gluten free. It’s the perfect snack to bring on the go, serve at parties or enjoy during the holidays!
Looking for more no-bake dessert recipes? Try my Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats, Loaf Pan Fudge or Patriotic Snack Mix!
Ingredient Breakdown
Chex cereal – I used Rice Chex Cereal but you can use whichever flavor you prefer!
Almond Butter – I used Justin’s Classic Almond Butter but if you’re allergic to almonds you can use any other type of nut butter, sunflower butter, granola butter or even cookie butter!
Chocolate chips – You can use whatever kind of chocolate chips you prefer but I usually use semi-sweet.
Confectioners’ sugar – used for coating the muddy buddies.
How To Make Muddy Buddies Without Peanut Butter
1. Add Chex cereal to a large bowl. I prefer using a bowl/container that has a sealable lid to make it easier to toss with the confectioners’ sugar later on.
2. Add the almond butter and chocolate chips to a small bowl then microwave for 30 seconds and stir. Repeat until completely melted and smooth.
3. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the Chex cereal then stir until all of the cereal is coated.
4. If using a bowl/container with a lid: add the confectioners’ sugar directly to the cereal. Close the lid then shake the bowl/container until all of the cereal is coated in sugar.
If using a zip-top bag: pour all of the cereal into the bag then add the confectioners’ sugar and shake until all of the cereal is coated in sugar.
Store Muddy Buddies Without Peanut Butter in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Can I Use Instead Of Almond Butter?
When making Muddy Buddies, you can substitute the almond butter for any type nut butter, sunflower butter, granola butter, cookie butter or any other nut butter alternative.
Can Muddy Buddies Be Frozen?
Yes, Muddy Buddies can be frozen for up to 3 months in an airtight container or freezer safe bag!
Can Muddy Buddies Be Made Gluten Free?
Yes! To make gluten free Muddy Buddies, use either Rice Chex Cereal or Corn Chex Cereal.
Can Muddy Buddies Be Made Dairy Free?
Yes! To make dairy free Muddy Buddies, use dairy free chocolate chips.
If you try this recipe then please leave a rating/comment below to let me know how you liked it and feel free to ask any recipe questions you may have! 🙂
Muddy Buddies Without Peanut Butter
Equipment
- Large bowl/container with a lid OR a zip-top bag
Ingredients
- 240 g (8 cups) Chex cereal
- 192 g (3/4 cup) almond butter
- 170 g (1 cup) chocolate chips
- 180 g (1 1/2 cups) confectioners' sugar
Instructions
- Add Chex cereal to a large bowl. I prefer using a bowl/container that has a sealable lid to make it easier to toss with the confectioners' sugar later on.
- Add the almond butter and chocolate chips to a small bowl then microwave for 30 seconds and stir. Repeat until completely melted and smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the Chex cereal then stir until all of the cereal is coated.
- If using a bowl/container with a lid: add the confectioners' sugar directly to the cereal. Close the lid then shake the bowl/container until all of the cereal is coated in sugar. If using a zip-top bag: pour all of the cereal into the bag then add the confectioners' sugar and shake until all of the cereal is coated in sugar.
Notes
- Weigh your ingredients using a kitchen scale! Measuring ingredients by volume is not accurate.
- Store Muddy Buddies Without Peanut Butter in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Nutrition: the provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Please read my Nutrition Disclaimer for more information.
