Rita's Chex Peanut Butter Candy Recipe

Satisfy your peanut butter cravings with this irresistible Chex candy recipe! Crispy Chex cereal is tossed in a luscious peanut butter coating and then generously dusted with powdered sugar. Easy to make and perfect for parties, potlucks, or a sweet weekend treat. This addictive snack is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 510.7 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
Rita's Chex Peanut Butter Candy

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Rita's Chex Peanut Butter Candy

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How to Make Rita's Chex Peanut Butter Candy

  1. Melt 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, 1 (12-ounce) bag peanut butter chips, and 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-low heat.
  2. Stir frequently until completely melted and smooth. Remove from heat.
  3. Gently stir in 6 cups Chex cereal (Rice, Corn, or a mix) until evenly coated.
  4. Pour the peanut butter-coated Chex into a large gallon-sized resealable zip-top bag.
  5. Add 4 cups powdered sugar to the bag. Seal the bag tightly and shake vigorously until the Chex is completely and evenly coated with powdered sugar.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

162g

Fat

48g

Carbs

23g