Name: Red Velvet Chex Muddy Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 9 cups
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 13.5 ounces Chex Cereal; 1 cup Red Chocolate Candy Melts; 0.5 cup Peanut Butter; 1 tsp Vanilla; 0.25 cup Butter; 1 cup Red Velvet Cake Mix; 0.5 cup powdered sugar; 12 ounces M&M's

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Red Velvet Chex Muddy Recipe

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Instructions

Place the cereal in a large mixing bowl; set aside.

Place the chocolate candy melts, peanut butter, butter and vanilla in a microwave safe bowl.

Microwave on high for 30 second increments, stirring in between, until chocolate is melted.

Pour the melted chocolate mixture on top of the cereal and stir to combine.

Place 1/2 of the powdered sugar and cake mix into a gallon sized zip top bag.

Add cereal mixture to the bag and top with the remaining powdered sugar cake mixture.

Close the bag and shake until all of the cereal is coated in the sugar.

Place in a large bowl and stir in M&Ms.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Butter Temperature Control 🧈
Melt butter on medium-low heat and let it cool slightly before mixing with cake mix to prevent the powdered sugar from clumping and ensure even coating on the cereal.
Dry Ingredients First 🥣
Whisk the red velvet cake mix with powdered sugar together before adding butter—this eliminates lumps and creates a smoother, more uniform coating for your Chex cereal.
Chocolate Melt Mastery 🍫
Use a double boiler or microwave in 20-second intervals for red chocolate candy melts to prevent seizing; drizzle over finished mixture in thin, decorative lines for premium presentation.
M&M Distribution Strategy 🎨
Add M&Ms in the final minute of tossing while the mixture is still warm—this allows them to adhere slightly without melting, ensuring vibrant color and even distribution throughout.
Cooling and Storage Technique ❄️
Spread the finished muddy buddies on parchment paper to cool completely before storing in an airtight container; this prevents clumping and maintains crispness for up to 5 days.