Chocolate clusters, a delectable confection combining exquisite chocolate with a symphony of flavors and textures, offer an irresistible treat for any sweet tooth. Whether you seek a classic recipe using simple pantry staples or a more adventurous creation adorned with exotic ingredients, there's a chocolate cluster recipe to satisfy every palate. From smooth and creamy to crunchy and chewy, these delectable treats provide a delightful sensory experience that can be enjoyed as a snack, dessert, or even a thoughtful homemade gift. So, let's embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the world of chocolate clusters, discovering an array of recipes that tantalize the taste buds and leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHOCOLATE PEANUT CLUSTERS
There are a few recipes I absolutely have to pull out every Christmas, and this is one of them. The chocolate covered peanuts are so tasty.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 10 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan over low heat, cook and stir candy coating and chips until melted and smooth. Cool for 10 minutes; stir in peanuts., Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm, about 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts :
CHOCOLATE CHOW MEIN CLUSTERS
Chocolate and peanuts are two of my favorite treats, and the combination in this recipe, along with butterscotch, gives this candy a special flavor. My mother made these for Christmas every year, but they're so easy to fix, you can enjoy them anytime.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 8 clusters.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a microwave, melt chocolate and butterscotch chips, stir until smooth. Stir in chow mein noodles and peanuts until well coated. , Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 64mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
SLOW COOKER CHOCOLATE PEANUT CLUSTERS
Awesome chocolate slow cooker candy recipe. Store in an airtight container.
Provided by mzcopper
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Peanut Dessert Recipes
Time 2h40m
Yield 100
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine white chocolate, peanuts, chocolate chips, and German chocolate in a slow cooker.
- Cook on High for 1 hour, without stirring. Reduce heat to Low, stir, and cook for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Drop spoonfuls of chocolate-peanut mixture onto waxed paper and let cool and harden, 30 to 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 1.9 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 9.2 mg, Sugar 8.1 g
CHOCOLATE CANDY CLUSTERS
I give these as gifts and bring them to parties-they're always a hit! Try using peanuts in place of walnuts. You'll love their sweet-salty taste! -Taylor Carroll, Parkesburg, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield about 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate and chips at 70% power for 1 minute; stir. Microwave at additional 10- to 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Stir in walnuts and pretzels. , Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 41mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CHOCOLATE CASHEW CLUSTERS
People are crazy about these cashews coated in toffee and three kinds of chocolate. They make gift-giving sweet and simple for me!-Virginia Sauer, Wantagh, NY
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 3 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large heavy saucepan over low heat, cook and stir the chocolates until melted. Remove from heat; stir in cashews and toffee bits. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper. Refrigerate 10-15 minutes or until set. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 60mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CHOCOLATE PEANUT CLUSTERS
Make and share this Chocolate Peanut Clusters recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Gadget_Queen
Categories Candy
Time 10m
Yield 48 candies
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place both chips and shortening in small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at High 1 to 1 1/2 minutes or until chips are melted and mixture is smooth when stirred.
- Stir in peanuts.
- Drop by teaspoons into 1-inch diameter candy or petit four papers. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes. Store tightly covered in refrigerator.
CRUNCHY CHOCOLATE CLUSTERS
This easy candy has a south-of-the-border flavor with cinnamon, chocolate and coffee. Sweet, salty and crunchy, it's a great no-bake treat. -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 3/4 pound (12 pieces)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place pretzels, raisins and pine nuts in a bowl. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Stir in coffee granules, cinnamon and sour cream. To rewarm, microwave in additional 5- to 10-second intervals. Add to pretzel mixture; toss until combined., Drop mixture by heaping tablespoonfuls onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt., Refrigerate until set, about 10 minutes. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 86mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
DARK CHOCOLATE NUT CLUSTERS
Combine crunchy almonds and sweet dark chocolate for a delicious dessert that's actually healthy to eat.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Yield Makes about 32
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Line a baking sheet with a nonstick baking mat. Place a teaspoon melted chocolate on baking mat; top with a small handful of almonds. Drizzle almonds with 1 tablespoon melted chocolate. Repeat process with remaining almonds and chocolate. Transfer to refrigerator and chill until firm.
CHOCOLATE-CARAMEL PECAN CLUSTERS
Sweet, chewy and crunchy, all at the same time -- these bite-size treats go perfectly with a cup of coffee after a meal.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Time 45m
Yield Makes 1 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Arrange pecans in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet; toast in oven until fragrant, about 10 minutes. Remove from oven (leave oven on); set aside 36 pecans on baking sheet. Finely chop remaining pecans (for about 1/4 cup); set aside.
- When pecans are cool enough to handle, make 12 clusters by arranging 2 pecans vertically, side by side, below 1 pecan placed horizontally. Gently flatten each caramel; place 1 on top of each cluster. Bake clusters 5 minutes. Remove from oven (leave oven on).
- Place 1 piece of chocolate on top of each cluster. Return to oven; bake until chocolate begins to melt, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from oven. With the back of a spoon, gently spread chocolate over caramel without completely covering it.
- Sprinkle clusters with reserved chopped pecans. Refrigerate until set, about 15 minutes. Bring to room temperature before serving.
CHOCOLATE PECAN CARAMEL CLUSTERS
Steps:
- For the caramel: Mix 2 cups sugar, 1/4 cup light corn syrup and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring just until the sugar dissolves. Cook, swirling the pan (do not stir), until the mixture is light amber and a candy thermometer registers 320 degrees, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the heat; slowly whisk in 1/2 cup heavy cream, then 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Return to low heat and whisk until smooth.
- Stir 1 1/3 cups chopped nuts into the warm caramel; cool until the mixture is thick enough to hold its shape. Drop spoonfuls onto an oiled parchment-lined baking sheet; let set. Top with melted chocolate and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
CHOCOLATE CLUSTERS
Easy, fast, no bake, and always a favorite!!
Provided by Colleen J
Categories 100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes Noodle Recipes
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In sauce pan, over low heat, melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips.
- Remove from heat and immediately add peanuts and chow mein noodles. Mix until well coated.
- Drop on to a wax paper lined cookie sheet until set and chilled. Enjoy!!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 33.9 mg, Sugar 17.2 g
EASY CHOCOLATE CLUSTERS
You can use this simple recipe to make a big batch of chocolate candy without a lot of fuss. I've sent these clusters to my husband's office a number of times...and passed the recipe along as well. -Doris Reynolds, Munds Park, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 2h10m
Yield 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the candy coating, chocolate chips and German chocolate. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook 1 hour longer or until melted, stirring every 15 minutes. , Stir in peanuts. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper. Let stand until set. Store at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 521 calories, Fat 35g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
CHOCOLATE COCONUT NUT CLUSTERS
Make and share this Chocolate Coconut Nut Clusters recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Karen..
Categories Candy
Time 45m
Yield 48 clusters
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Line 4 miniature muffin pans with candy cups; set them aside. (Or you can skip the paper candy cups and just drop these by the spoonful onto wax paper lined cookie sheets.).
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Spread the coconut and nuts on separate cookie sheets.
- Bake each until golden brown, about 9 minutes for the nuts and 10 for the coconut, stirring every few minutes to keep them from burning. Let them cool.
- Combine the toasted coconut and nuts in a medium-size bowl. Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave according to the package directions.
- Add the melted chocolate to the coconut mixture; stir well. Drop the mixture by heaping teaspoonfuls into the candy cups (or directly onto lined cookie sheets). Chill until set, about 45 minutes.
- If desired, melt additional chocolate according to the package directions.
- Pour the contents into a zipper bag. Snip off a small corner of the bag, then drizzle the chocolate over the clusters.
- Chill until drizzle is set, about 15 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
EASY CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CHOW MEIN CLUSTERS (NO-BAKE)
Sweet and salty makes these the perfect combination! Serving is only estimated, it will depend on the size of the clusters. Can use butterscotch chips in place of the peanut butter. Chow mein noodles can be found in the Asian section of any grocerey store.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 10m
Yield 20-25 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In the microwave melt the chocolate and peanut butter chips, stir until smooth.
- Add in the chow mein noodles and peanuts; mix until coated.
- Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto a baking sheet that has been lined with waxed paper.
- Refrigerate until set (about 2-3 hours).
- **NOTE* these will easily pick up refrigerator odors if stored in the fridge so place in a tightly covered container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.9, Fat 11.5, SaturatedFat 3.5, Sodium 126.5, Carbohydrate 13.3, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 8.4, Protein 4.8
CHOCOLATE BUTTERSCOTCH PEANUT CLUSTERS
My sister-in-law Lori sent me this recipe. It is easy and you won't believe how good these treats are.
Provided by Monica and Jamie Pe
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 20m
Yield 16 24 clusters
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Prepare two baking sheets by lining them with wax paper.
- Melt the bags of chips in a saucepan over medium heat, adding the Spanish peanuts once the mixture has melted.
- Stir the peanuts and coat completely.
- Drop by teaspoonfuls onto the wax paper.
- Refrigerate until solid, at least two hours.
EASY WHITE-CHOCOLATE CLUSTERS WITH FRUIT AND NUTS
These easy treats are a delight at the end of any meal.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Time 15m
Yield Makes 20
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Line a baking sheet with waxed paper. In a small bowl, combine dried fruits and nuts.
- Heat white-chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, stirring until smooth.
- Drop level tablespoons of melted chocolate onto prepared sheet, 2 inches apart. Mound fruit-nut mixture on top, pressing in gently. Refrigerate until set, 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 g, Fat 8 g, Protein 1 g
WHITE CHOCOLATE PRETZEL CLUSTERS
A sweet/salty combo with marshmallows. Also try this recipe with dark chocolate for a different taste. Enjoy!
Provided by Ginny S.
Categories Candy
Time 1h12m
Yield 2 clusters each, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- COVER baking sheets with waxed paper; set aside. Place chocolate in medium microwaveable bowl. Microwave on MEDIUM (50%) 2 min., stirring after each minute Cool slightly.
- ADD remaining ingredients; toss to coat. Drop tablespoonfuls of the marshmallow mixture into 16 clusters on prepared baking sheets.
- REFRIGERATE 1 hour or until set. Serve in miniature muffin cup liners.
CHOCOLATE NUT & CRAISIN CLUSTERS
This is such an easy recipe for a great tasting candy. I originally saw it in the Quick Cooking magazine. I rarely make less than a double recipe and they are always eaten up. These are also great to give away at holiday time or bring to a party. Experiment with flavored chocolates and fruit and nut combinations for something different. Cook time is refrigerator time.
Provided by Ducky
Categories Candy
Time 1h5m
Yield 24 pieces
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Melt chocolate chips in microwave for about 2 minutes.
- Chips will not appear melted.
- However, stir them to distribute the heat and get them melted.
- Add nuts and craisins, stirring until well coated.
- Drop teaspoonfuls onto a wax-paper lined cookie sheet.
- Place into refrigerator for about 1 hour.
- Note: if doubling the recipe, microwave time does not double.
- Check chips at about 2 1/2 minutes and add small amounts of time until chips are melted.
- It takes a bit under 3 minutes for a double recipe in my microwave.
WHITE CHOCOLATE-RASPBERRY CLUSTERS
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Time 50m
Yield Makes 28
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Melt white chocolate in microwave, 1 minute, 30 seconds. Stir until smooth. Stir in rice cereal and raspberries. Drop mixture onto parchment-lined baking sheets in 1 1/4-inch mounds. Sprinkle with more raspberries. Chill until set, about 30 minutes or up to 5 days.
CHOCOLATE CLUSTERS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 7m
Yield 15 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl combine oats, coconut, chopped nuts, cocoa, and vanilla. In a saucepan combine butter, milk and sugar and bring to a boil for two minutes. Pour this hot liquid over mixture in large bowl and mix thoroughly. Drop by spoonful onto waxed paper. Let cool before wrapping.
Tips for Making Perfect Chocolate Clusters:
- Use high-quality chocolate: The better the chocolate, the better your clusters will taste. Look for chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
- Temper the chocolate: Tempering is a process of heating and cooling chocolate in a specific way to stabilize it. This makes the chocolate less likely to seize (become grainy and thick) and gives it a smooth, glossy finish.
- Use a variety of add-ins: Chocolate clusters are a great way to use up leftover candy, nuts, and dried fruits. Get creative and experiment with different combinations to find your favorites.
- Be patient: Chocolate clusters take time to set. Don't rush the process or you'll end up with messy, crumbly clusters.
Conclusion:
Chocolate clusters are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little planning and effort, you can create beautiful and delicious clusters that will impress your friends and family. So what are you waiting for? Get started today!
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