Whether you enjoy cookies and cream muddy buddies as a snack, movie night treat, or make favors for a party, it’s a delicious version of a favorite treat.
Many of my friends who have kids have been having movie nights for years. Snacks are a big part of the night. We started movie nights many years ago and I love making snacks. My kids were delighted with this mix.
While you can probably use the corn Chex, I prefer the rice Chex. I think it’s more flavor neutral than the corn variety.
No Oreo’s?
You can use the Nabisco chocolate wafers. Use your favorite chocolate but make sure it’s fresh. Why? Older chocolate is fine for chocolate chip cookies but doesn’t melt well.
This recipe for cookies and cream muddy buddies came from my good friend Sandi. She’s my cooking buddy.
We take cooking classes together, bounce ideas off of each other, and just talk about recipes. This cookies and cream snack mix has become a new favorite and most requested lately.
We like my white chocolate cranberry popcorn for movie, or even game night as well as Easter muddy buddies too.
You may know this treat by it’s other name, puppy chow. There are so many varieties and flavors. Some are made with peanut butter but this one is not, making it safe for those with peanut allergies. Store the mix in a tightly sealed container however, I’ve used a zip lock bag as well.
Cookies and Cream Muddy Buddies
Sweet and delicious for family movie night.
Ingredients
Cream Mix
- 5 cups Chex Rice Cereal
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 8 oreos, finely crushed
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Cookie Mix
- 5 cups Chex Rice Cereal
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 8 oreos, finely crushed
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Cream Mix:
- Measure out Chex mix and place in a large bowl. Measure out powdered sugar and crushed Oreos and place in a large plastic bag or Tupperware with a lid (you'll need to shake the Tupperware later).
- Melt chocolate and stir until smooth. Pour chocolate over Chex mix and stir until cereal is coated. Pour cereal mix into powdered sugar/Oreo mix. Shake, shake, shake until cereal is coated. Dump onto a cookie sheet to cool. Make cookie mix.
- Cookie Mix:
- Measure out Chex mix and place in a large bowl. Measure out powdered sugar and crushed Oreos and place in a large plastic bag or Tupperware with a lid (you'll need to shake the Tupperware later).
- Melt chocolate and stir until smooth. Pour chocolate over Chex mix and stir until cereal is coated. Pour cereal mix into powdered sugar/Oreo mix. Shake, shake, shake until cereal is coated. Dump onto a cookie sheet to cool. Blend cream mix with cookies mix.
- Store mix in a covered container on the counter for about 3 days.
Amy (Savory Moments) says
This looks like it would be gobbled up very fast! Super yummy flavors and textures.
Valentina | The Baking Fairy says
I am a huge fan of anything cookies & cream flavored! This snack mix sounds scrumptious.
Cassandra D says
Caramel popcorn.
Annissa says
Perfect snack for movie watching! I can see both kids and adults enjoying this. Yum!
Jas @ All that's Jas says
Saving this for when the grandkids can visit again, although I know my husband would snack on all day long if I’d let him, lol. Loving this easy recipe, Ellen! Stay safe!
Noelle says
I love muddy buddies!! I love this recipe, a great snack!!
Anita says
Chex Rice Cereal as-is is okay, but once turned into this lovely treat, it’s awesome and perfect snack for movie nights.
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says
This looks perfect for family movie nights! So tasty and perfect for snacking on.
Terri Truscello Miller says
I love Pirate’s Booty and Twizzlers for movie night
Susan Murray says
This mix looks like a winner! Adding ingredients to list so we can try soon!
Liz Hazelbaker says
And my favorite movie night snack is usually popcorn or chips. Given the choice, I always pick salty over sweet 🙂
Liz @ Books n' Cooks says
This sounds delicious. I have no doubt that it would be a hit in my house. Will definitely be bookmarking to make next time we have movie night.
Nerlande says
My favorite snack is ice cream
Robin Chesser says
Jalapeno poppers!
Soniya says
Oh my goodness! These looks so delicious . And easy to make too.. definitely making it with my boys tomorrow
heidy m says
The kids and I had a blast making and eating this muddy buddy mix. I was so thrilled they were occupied and were enjoying making this recipe. I will be saving this for later.
Gloria says
With shopping difficult these days, making treats at home is high on the list right now. I know these would be a hit in our house.
Alpana @ GypsyPlate says
These look tasty! My son will love them!
Alison says
This is an easy and tasty snack to make for the kids. Thanks!
Heather Brickell says
This sounds like the perfect movie snack!