Chocolate muddy buddies is the perfect treat for any chocolate lover! A coating of chocolate chip cookies and mini chocolate chips takes this classic cereal treat to a whole new level.

Is this called puppy chow or muddy buddies? When we lived in the Midwest, we always called it peanut butter puppy chow. After we moved, I learned that other parts of the country call it muddy buddies or monkey munch.
I love finding fun and new ways to change up the flavor of this sweet snack mix. My husband doesn't like peanut butter, so I wanted to find a way to make muddy buddies without peanut butter. It turns out all you have to do is add extra chocolate.
Did you know you can use crushed cookies in place of some of the powdered sugar? It's a fun way to give the treat an amazing texture and taste. Our kids devoured this animal cracker muddy buddies, so I couldn't wait to try another kind.
Why This Chocolate Muddy Buddies Recipe Works
Adding chocolate chip cookies to the chocolate muddies buddies gives it a delicious and unique cookie taste.
- Quick and easy treat. You can make this sweet Chex mix in minutes using just a microwave! No need to bake or use any special tools.
- Sweet twist on muddy buddies. Crushed chocolate chip cookies and mini chocolate chips gives the mixture a chocolatey crunch.
- Everyone loves it. It is the ultimate snack to bring to family get-togethers, school events, or holiday parties.