Name: White Trash Candy
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 8 Servings
Cuisine: American

March 4, 2026

This white trash recipe is a delicious snack mix, perfect for parties and game night, despite it’s different name. Made with Chex cereal, nuts, and white chocolate, this sweet and salty mix, also called muddy buddies, is a fun and addictive snack to be enjoyed at any occasion.

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White Trash Candy

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Instructions

Mix all of the dry ingredients in a large bowl.

Melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave and then pour into the bowl with the dry ingredients.

Lay the mixture flat on cookie sheets and refrigerate until hardened.

Remove from the refrigerator and break the mixture apart.

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Temper Your White Chocolate 🍫
Melt white chocolate in short 20-30 second microwave bursts, stirring between each interval, to prevent seizing and ensure a smooth, glossy coating that adheres perfectly to the cereal mix.
Toast Cereals for Extra Crunch 🥣
Lightly toast Chex and Cheerios in a 300°F oven for 5-7 minutes before mixing to intensify their crispness and prevent them from becoming soggy when coated with melted chocolate.
Keep Ingredients Room Temperature 🌡️
Have all dry ingredients at room temperature before coating so the warm chocolate sets quickly and evenly, creating a thin, uniform shell rather than clumping.
Strategic Ingredient Layering 🎯
Add delicate items like M&Ms and Cheerios last and fold gently to prevent crushing, while heartier components like pretzels and peanuts can be mixed first with the hot chocolate.
Cool and Dry Before Storage 🧊
Spread the finished mixture on parchment paper to cool completely (about 15 minutes) before storing in an airtight container to maintain maximum crunchiness and prevent moisture absorption.

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Hi! I’m Christina… welcome to my kitchen! It’s so nice to meet you! I share tried and true recipes that anyone can make. I believe, if you can read, you can cook.