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Salted Caramel Muddy Buddies Recipe

Salted Caramel Muddy Buddies Recipe

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Indulge in the irresistible combination of sweet and salty with these Salted Caramel Muddy Buddies. Crunchy rice cereal coated in a luscious caramel sauce, dusted with powdered sugar for a delightful treat.

Ingredients

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Caramel-Coated Cereal:

  • 9 cups rice cereal (such as Rice Chex or Corn Chex)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

Additional:

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • Optional: 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts (like pecans or almonds)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cereal: Measure out 9 cups of rice cereal and place it in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Make the Caramel Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, add brown sugar and corn syrup, and simmer until smooth.
  3. Add Vanilla and Salt: Stir in vanilla extract and sea salt until fragrant.
  4. Coat the Cereal: Pour caramel sauce over cereal, mix gently to coat evenly.
  5. Add Powdered Sugar: Transfer cereal to a bag or bowl, add powdered sugar, and coat well.
  6. Cool and Serve: Spread coated cereal on a baking sheet to cool and set before serving.

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Keywords: Salted Caramel Muddy Buddies, Caramel Coated Cereal, Sweet and Salty Snack