Nutella Buddies

Indulge in the ultimate sweet snack with these irresistibly crunchy and chocolaty Nutella Buddies! This easy, no-bake recipe combines the light, airy texture of Rice Chex cereal with a rich, velvety coating made from Nutella, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and a hint of vanilla. A generous dusting of powdered sugar adds the perfect balance of sweetness and texture, making each bite melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and crowd-pleasing treat is perfect for parties, movie nights, or as an on-the-go dessert. With simple pantry ingredients and minimal effort, Nutella Buddies are guaranteed to become your next go-to snack recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
• 1 cup Nutella (hazelnut spread)
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

Place the Rice Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl and set aside.

Step 2

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the Nutella, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and unsalted butter.

Step 3

Microwave the mixture on high for 30 seconds, then stir. Continue microwaving in 15-second intervals, stirring each time, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.

Step 4

Stir in the vanilla extract until evenly combined.

Step 5

Pour the melted Nutella mixture over the Rice Chex cereal. Gently toss with a spatula until all the cereal is evenly coated.

Step 6

Transfer the coated cereal into a large zip-top bag or a sealable container. Add the powdered sugar to the bag or container.

Step 7

Seal tightly and shake vigorously until the cereal is fully coated with powdered sugar.

Step 8

Spread the Nutella Buddies out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool and set, about 10 minutes.

Step 9

Once cooled, transfer the Nutella Buddies to an airtight container for storage. Enjoy immediately or within a week for best freshness!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	876.8 grams (876.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4040

Total Fat 162.10g	208%
Saturated Fat 74.90g	375%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 93mg	31%
Sodium 2026mg	88%
Total Carbohydrate 627.40g	228%
Dietary Fiber 25.70g	92%
Total Sugars 417.10g
Protein 40.40g	81%

Vitamin D 640IU	3200%
Calcium 1307mg	101%
Iron 75mg	419%
Potassium 1213mg	26%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.3%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 60.8%