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January 22, 2019

A Valentine Treat- Nutella Muddy Buddies

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Valentine treat of Nutella muddy buddies will be a new favorite of any Valentine! Made with chocolatey hazelnut spread and cereal, this treat is great for your sweetheart or to enjoy any time!

nutella muddy buddies

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Nutella Muddy Buddies Using Nutella and Chex Cereal

Looking for a perfect Valentine treat for that special someone? Nutella Muddy Buddies are easy, no-bake, and delicious! Now, I know chocolate is usually the go-to choice for most, but the deep love of chocolate and hazelnut combination found in Nutella should not be overlooked. If you have a love for this flavor, then you know the cult-like following this sweet little ingredient has for those who put it on everything from toast, ice cream, cookies or a good old spoon.

I normally do not make muddy buddies or as some call “puppy chow.”  I patiently wait for the holidays to roll around because I know a bag of this sweet treat arrives beautifully wrapped from my neighbor. It is an addicting snack and I'm grateful it is only in the house once a year. That, of course, did not last long after searching Pinterest last year for a new Valentine recipe. So many recipes for red velvet and white chocolate…I needed something quick and easy and that's when I came across muddy buddies. I didn't realize they were SO easy.

nutella muddy buddies valentine version

Most recipes called for chocolate and peanut butter, but I thought let’s add Nutella!

nutella and butter in measuring cup

 

So, I give you a special Valentine treat the Nutella Muddy Buddy- and where I’ve added red, pink and white sprinkles for the day of love, you could custom make this mix for any holiday.

nutella buddy buddy ingredients

 

Nutella Muddy Buddies

9 cups Chex cereal (I used Rice)

½ cup mini-semi sweet chocolate chips

½ cup Nutella

¼ cup butter (1 stick)

1 tsp vanilla

2 cups confectioner sugar

To Make:

Pour cereal into a large bowl.

In 2 cup (or larger) glass measuring cup, place chocolate chips, butter (cut in chunks) and Nutella. Cook in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir. Cook again for 30 seconds. Stir.

Add vanilla to chocolate mixture and stir until smooth.

Pour over cereal and fold gently. Try to cover as much cereal as possible.

In a gallon sized zip lock bag, add confectioner sugar.

Pour coated cereal into bag and seal tightly. Shake well.

Pour out coated cereal onto wax paper to cool completely.

Shake colored sprinkles over cereal (optional)

Store in airtight container.

nutella muddy buddies

Other Holiday Suggestions:

  • St. Patrick's Day
  • Memorial Day
  • July 4th
  • Halloween
  • Thanksgiving
  • Christmas

Non-Holiday Suggestions:

  • Birthday
  • Football Game
  • Basketball
  • Baseball
  • Beach
  • Mother's Day, Father's Day
  • Baby Shower
  • Bridal Shower
  • Picnic
  • Road Trip
  • Movie Night

How to Gift Muddy Buddy Treats

This recipe will stay fresh in an air-tight container or in a Zip-Lock bag, however, if you are searching for a way to share as a gift, I have a few ideas to get you started:

  1. Place in a clear treat bag and tie closed with a pretty ribbon.
  2. Use festive paper ice cream cups like the one we used.
  3. Chinese Food Take-out containers are a unique box to share this treat.

You can really customize this Nutella muddy buddies for any occasion and have this delicious, chocolatey, crunchy snack as is or enjoy with add-ins like pretzels, m&m's, marshmallows, nuts, or more cereal! This is the recipe that really can morph into any flavor combo you want!

Say “I Love You” with a Sweet Treat

Nothing says “I love you” more than something homemade. Whether that is a handmade card full of sweet prose or a gourmet meal, taking the time to create something special is the nicest gift of all. Where customary to give flowers or chocolates, try making this sweet surprise for that special someone! They will love it!

Yield: 12

A Valentine Treat- Nutella Muddy Buddies

A Valentine Treat- Nutella Muddy Buddies

A sweet treat using Nutella! Perfect for gift giving to your favorite Valentine. 

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes

Ingredients

  • 9 cups Chex cereal, I used Rice
  • ½ cup mini-semi sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup Nutella
  • ¼ cup butter, 1 stick
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 2 cups confectioner sugar

Instructions

  1. Pour cereal into a large bowl.
  2. In 2 cup (or larger) glass measuring cup, place chocolate chips, butter (cut in chunks) and Nutella.
  3. Cook in microwave for 30 seconds. Stir. Cook again for 30 seconds. Stir.
  4. Add vanilla to chocolate mixture and stir until smooth.
  5. Pour over cereal and fold gently. Try to cover as much cereal as possible.
  6. In a gallon sized zip lock bag, add confectioner sugar.
  7. Pour coated cereal into bag and seal tightly. Shake well.
  8. Pour out coated cereal onto wax paper to cool completely.
  9. Shake colored sprinkles over cereal (optional)
  10. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

12

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 295 Total Fat: 9g Saturated Fat: 7g Trans Fat: 0g Unsaturated Fat: 2g Cholesterol: 10mg Sodium: 203mg Carbohydrates: 52g Net Carbohydrates: 0g Fiber: 2g Sugar: 30g Sugar Alcohols: 0g Protein: 3g
© Kelly Pugliano

Want other treats to share with your Valentine? You may want to try these delicious ideas for dinner!

  • Easy Oven Roasted Shrimp
  • Coffee Rubbed Roast Beef
  • Easy Stuffed Peppers

 

 

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Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Sisters From Another Mister says

    February 3, 2015 at 12:45 pm

    You are such a tease today!

    Reply
    • Kelly Pugliano says

      February 3, 2015 at 2:30 pm

      Heehee! Yes- needed a easy recipe for this week! I think this fits the bill! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Andrea B. says

    February 14, 2015 at 11:11 am

    I’m DESPERATE for these immediately!!!

    They look so good.

    Happy Valentine’s Day!!! xo

    Reply
    • Kelly Pugliano says

      February 15, 2015 at 8:00 am

      They are EASY and SO TASTY!!!
      You will love them 😉

      Happy Valentine’s Day!
      xoxo

      Reply

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