Easter Muddy Buddies are the perfect homemade Easter basket treat. Chex cereal, pretzels, white chocolate, Funfetti cake mix, and colorful Easter candies come together to make this sweet and salty snack mix.
Heat-treat your cake mix. Spread the Funfetti cake mix out in an even layer on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 5 minutes, or until the temperature of the mix reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer. Set aside to cool.
Add almond bark to a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.
To the melted chocolate, add your cereal and pretzels, and stir to coat all the pieces.
Divide the cake mix and powdered sugar evenly into two gallon-size zip-top baggies. Seal the bags and give them a few shakes.
Open the bags, add half of the candy-coated cereal to each, then close and gently shake until the cereal is well-coated.
Open the bags again and add the remaining mix-ins: mini marshmallows, M&Ms, mini eggs, and sprinkles. Give a few more gentle shakes to mix everything together.
Pour the puppy chow out onto wax or parchment paper and allow to cool completely before storing or serving.
Notes
Store Easter Chex Mix in an airtight container on the counter for up to 1 week or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.