I still remember the shock I felt after finding out that not one, but two of my freshman year roomies had never heard of Muddy Buddies. Cue me immediately whipping out the best Muddy Buddy recipes to enlighten their tastebuds and make them Muddy Buddy believers!
If you’ve never had Muddy Buddies (known to some as “Puppy Chow” or “Monkey Munch”), you need to get some in your life ASAP. If you’ve had then even once, you know how addicting they are. And there are so many exciting variations you can make on the classic Muddy Buddy. Here’s a roundup of the very best Muddy Buddy recipes around, sure to bring all your buddies over to get in on the muddy goodness.
1. Easy Muddy Buddies That Taste Like Childhood
Classic for a reason. You’ll definitely want to check out this nostalgic recipe.
2. Homemade Chocolate Peppermint Muddy Buddies
For the holiday season. Or all year long.
3. Red Velvet Puppy Chow
Because sometimes a red velvet cupcake just won’t do. Find out how to make this sweet snack.
4. Puppy Chow Granola
Because it sounds healthy. And it taste goods.
5. Pumpkin Pie Muddy Buddies
If you’re all about that pumpkin spice life, these muddy buddies are for you.
6. Hipster Puppy Chow
7. Matzo Puppy Chow
This recipe is Passover-approved.
8. Candy Cane Puppy Chow
So fresh and a great way to use up leftover candy canes.
9. Cupcake Puppy Chow
Birthday cake and confetti lovers rejoice. This recipe is the best of both worlds.
10. Werewolf Puppy Chow
I’ll howl to that. Candy-packed recipe found here.
11. Gluten-, Nut-, and Dairy-Free Puppy Chow
Yay for allergen-free puppy chow. Even if you aren’t allergic to nuts or dairy, the use of SunButter is a tasty upgrade you shouldn’t overlook.
12. Hot Chocolate Mix Puppy Chow
I mean, this is just pure genius.
13. Leftover Halloween Candy Puppy Chow
Truly, you can make this with any candy, any time of year. Get the yummy details here.
14. Caramel Brownie Bugle Chow
The recipe claims it’s like puppy chow, but better. Decide for yourself with this recipe.
15. Chocolate Lover’s Chow
Enjoy your puppy chow with Nutella instead of peanut butter.
16. Vegan Puffed Cereal Easter Muddy Buddies
A scrumptious and dairy-free twist with Jordan almonds.
17. Muddy Buddy Krispie Treats
Bless. Make this epic cereal bar ASAP.