Cranberry pecan clusters are a delectable treat for any occasion. They combine the tanginess of cranberries, the crunchiness of pecans, and the sweetness of caramel for a truly irresistible snack. Whether you're baking for a holiday party or simply looking for a sweet treat to enjoy all year round, these clusters are a great choice. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious batch of cranberry pecan clusters that will satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your friends and family.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PECAN CARMEL CLUSTERS
Chocolate candy that tastes great!
Provided by Barbara
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Pecan Dessert Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 54
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place caramels, butter, and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high, stirring every 30 seconds, until smooth, about 3 minutes. Stir in pecans.
- Drop caramel pecan mixture by spoonfuls onto parchment paper. Place in freezer for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high, stirring every 15 seconds, until melted and smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Dip each caramel cluster into chocolate using a fondue fork until coated; place on parchment paper to dry. Chill until firm, if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.3 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 24.5 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
COCONUT-CRANBERRY BARS WITH PECANS
Easy and delicious! Family and friends truly enjoy these wonderful bars. I hope you do as well!
Provided by NancyLou
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Pecan Dessert Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or grease.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and butter together in a bowl; press into the prepared baking dish.
- Stir cranberries, sweetened condensed milk, pecans, coconut, white chocolate chips, and bittersweet chocolate chips together in a bowl; gently spread over the graham cracker crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden brown, 25 to 28 minutes; cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Carbohydrate 18.9 g, Cholesterol 11.3 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 63.9 mg, Sugar 13.9 g
CRANBERRY-PECAN COBBLER
This recipe came to The Times in a 1999 article by Florence Fabricant in which she argued for replacing the ubiquitous Thanksgiving pie with a cobbler. Why? The pastry stays crisp, there's a greater fruit-to-crust ratio and perhaps most importantly, it's easier. Here, two Thanksgiving favorites - cranberries and pecans - are piled into a baking dish, topped with cornmeal biscuits then baked until golden. (This can be made early in the day and reheated to serve warm. Or it can be frozen, then defrosted and warmed, but is best if not refrigerated overnight.)
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Use one tablespoon butter to brush a nine-inch square or 10-inch round baking pan one and a half to two inches deep.
- Combine berries, pecans, sugar, one and a half tablespoons flour, orange juice, cinnamon and remaining butter in a bowl. Transfer mixture to baking dish.
- On floured work surface pat dough into an eight-inch square about a half-inch thick. Use cutter or knife to cut small rounds, squares or one-inch wide strips of dough and arrange in pattern over cranberry filling. Dust with sugar.
- Bake about 45 minutes, until topping has browned and filling is bubbly. Allow to cool until just warm before serving, or cool completely and reheat in oven to serve. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream.
CRANBERRY PECAN CLUSTERS
I have many candy recipes, and this is one of my favorites. The clusters are quick and easy to make.-Collette Tubman, St. Thomas, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield about 20 pieces.
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Line a baking sheet with foil; set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate, uncovered, at 50% power for about 2 minutes or until melted, stirring once. Stir until smooth. Stir in cranberries and pecans. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto prepared pan. Freeze for 5 minutes, then refrigerate until firm.
Nutrition Facts :
CRANBERRY CLUSTERS
Steps:
- Combine the sugar and 1/2 cup of water in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is dissolved. Increase the heat to high and, without stirring, cook until the syrup is golden amber or until a candy thermometer reads between 250 to 265 degrees F (hard-ball stage), about 10 minutes (see Cook's Note*). Promptly remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Working quickly, drop 3 cranberries into the caramel. Use 2 forks to coat the cranberries completely in the syrup and pull together into a cluster. Place the cranberry cluster on a waxed paper lined baking tray. Repeat with the remaining cranberries. Reheat the syrup briefly over low heat if it starts to thicken. Let the clusters cool to harden.
- Melt the white chocolate in a stainless-steel bowl over barely simmering water. Stir constantly with a rubber spatula until the white chocolate is almost completely melted. Be careful that no moisture gets into the chocolate, or it will harden. Remove the bowl from the heat and allow the white chocolate to cool slightly.
- Dip the bottom of the cranberry cluster into the white chocolate and place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet to set for approximately 20 minutes. Place clusters in paper candy cups and store in an airtight container.
CHOCOLATE PECAN CRANBERRY CLUSTERS
These four ingredient Chocolate Pecan Cranberry Clusters would look great on a holiday cookie tray. A combination of semi sweet and milk chocolate makes the perfect combination mixed with sweet dried cranberries and pecans.
Provided by Julia Pinney
Categories cookies Dessert Snack
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Line two large baking trays with parchment paper.
- Place the chocolate in a double boiler over simmering water on the stovetop on low to medium heat. Stir until melted, about 3 - 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Add chopped pecans and cranberries to the melted chocolate and stir to combine.
- Mound spoonfuls onto a baking tray. I used a tablespoon. Refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Remove from the fridge and take off the parchment paper. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 chocolate cluster, Calories 112 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 2 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g
CHOCOLATE CRANBERRY PECAN CLUSTERS
Chocolate and nuts a purrfect combo with a bit of zest I like to use dried cranberries from Cape Cod MA. Locally grown tend to be fresh but if you dont have anything near you store bought is fine too
Provided by Wok N Roll
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a medium sized pan over low to medium-low heat,melt the chocolate . Stir frequently until the chocolate is smooth.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and mix until well blended into the chocolate.
- This next step needs to be done while the mix is hot. Spoon out 1 tbsp drops onto a baking sheet lined with wax paper.
- Let stand until the drops are firm to the touch.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.9, Fat 27.3, SaturatedFat 10.9, Sodium 16.5, Carbohydrate 49.6, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 39.2, Protein 4
CRANBERRY CLUSTERS
You just need three ingredients to stir up these chewy and crunchy treats that make a nice addition to a candy tray. I sometimes use white chocolate in place of semisweet and replace the cashews with macadamia nuts.-Kari Kelley, Plains, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield about 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan or microwave, melt the chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Stir in the cranberries and cashews. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 21g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- For a fun twist, try using different nuts, such as walnuts or almonds, in place of the pecans.
- If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the sugar mixture by dropping a small amount into a cup of cold water. If it forms a soft ball, it is ready.
- Be careful not to overcook the sugar mixture, as it will become hard and brittle.
- If you want to make the clusters even more festive, you can drizzle them with melted white chocolate or sprinkle them with chopped pistachios.
- Store the clusters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
These Cranberry Pecan Clusters are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover cranberries. So next time you're looking for a sweet and festive snack, give these clusters a try!
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