Sweetheart Buddies

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My obsession with muddy buddies is no secret... here, here, here,here or here.  But the sweetheart edition of my favorite snack were definitely the best!  I could have seriously eaten the whole entire bag by myself.  These are a highly addictive and delicious snack!  And how cute and fun are they for Valentines Day??  They are so incredibly easy and take 10 minutes and something that you have got to try!  

Rating: 5 stars Difficulty of Recipe: 2 stars
Review: This was the first time I melted the chocolate in the microwave.  It made it so easy!!  I especially loved the strawberry cake mix in these to give them a great flavor.  Will definitely be making them again!

Ingredients:
5 ounces white almond bark or white chocolate chocolate chips
5 ounces red candy melts (I found them at Michael's craft store)
1 teaspoon shortening
5 cups chex cereal
1 cup strawberry cake mix
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 package valentines chocolate M&M's

1. Start by dividing the chex mix into two bowls.  (2 1/2 cup in each)
2. In microwave safe dish, melt the 5 ounces white almond bark or white chocolate chips.  Add 1/2 teaspoon shortening so that the almond bark will spread evenly.  Microwave 30 seconds at a time and be careful not to burn the almond bark.  Dump this in the first bowl of chex and mix evenly to coat all of the chex cereal.
2.  Melt the red candy melts next also checking and stirring the candy melts 30 seconds at a time.  Once this is melted, pour this over the second bowl of divided chex and mix until coated.
3.  In two gallon size ziplock bags, put 1/2 cup strawberry cake mix and 1/4 cup powdered sugar in each bag.  Dump each bowl of chex mix in each bag and shake until coated with the powdered sugar and strawberry powdered cake mix.  
Recipe adapted from here

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make Sweetheart Buddies ahead of time?

Yes. Prepare the main components ahead of time, store them properly, and finish or reheat the recipe before serving for the best texture.

How should I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat gently and check the recipe notes for any dish-specific storage tips.

Can I substitute ingredients in this recipe?

Most recipes allow simple substitutions, but use similar ingredients so the flavor, moisture, and cooking time stay close to the original.

How do I know when the recipe is done?

Follow the visual cues and timing in the recipe, and use a thermometer when the dish includes meat, poultry, or seafood.

What can I serve with this recipe?

Serve it with a simple side dish, salad, bread, rice, potatoes, or vegetables depending on the flavor profile of the recipe.

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