These 3 ingredient Crunchy Nut Chocolate Clusters will knock your socks off. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients including dark chocolate, roasted nuts and shredded coconut.
Crunchy Nut Chocolate Clusters make a great healthy snack. Make them Keto Chocolate Clusters by using unsweetened chocolate and shredded coconut.
Not on a Keto diet? Add craisins, raisins, or dates to sweeten them up.
You can also add your favorite protein powder or collagen peptides for an energy boost.
How to Make Them Whole30 Compatible
Easily transform these Crunchy Chocolate Clusters into a Whole30 compatible snack by using unsweetened chocolate, the nut of your choice, unsweetened coconut and compatible raisins, craisins or dates.
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You can make these chocolate clusters anytime of the year. They make a great addition to cookie trays during the holidays or even for bridal and baby showers.
Although made mostly during the holidays, these crunchy nut chocolate clusters were inspired by this easy to make peanut brittle.
Cookies like Amaretti, Maple Walnut Cookies and Nutella Cookies are just a few cookies that go well with these Crunchy Nut Chocolate Clusters.
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How to Melt Chocolate
Always use good quality chocolate, particularly if you are going to melt it. There are a few different methods to melt chocolate from which to choose from.
- Microwave Method - cut the chocolate up as finely as possible and place it in a glass bowl. Place the bowl in the microwave and microwave on high in 20 second intervals. Stir and repeat until the majority of the chocolate has melted. Continue to stir until all the chocolate has melted. Do not overheat.
- Double Boiler Method - cut the chocolate up as finely as possible and place it in a glass bowl large enough to rest on top of a pot without falling in. Fill the pot with with 1 to 2 inches of water making sure that the water will not touch the glass bowl. Bring the water to a boil and rest the glass bowl filled with chocolate on the pot. Stir continually until the chocolate has melted.
- Baine Marie Method - cut the chocolate up as finely as possible and place it in a jar. Place the jar into a pot and pour water into the pot around the jar. Pour enough water to come up half way the height of the jar. Remove the jar and bring the water to a boil, return the jar into the pot. Make sure that the water does not go into the jar. Lower the heat to a gentle boil and stir the chocolate until it has melted.
My favorite method for melting chocolate is the microwave method because it involves less equipment and is quick. Regardless of which method you choose the outcome will be the same. You just need to be comfortable with the method for melting chocolate that you use.
Ingredients
You'll need the following ingredients to make these Crunchy Nut Chocolate clusters:
- Good quality chocolate
- Shredded Coconut
- Roasted Peanuts
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Add peanuts and shredded coconut to the melted chocolate a little at a time alternating between the two ingredients until finished. Mix in between additions.
Chop chocolate and place in a small bowl large enough to hold all ingredients. Melt chocolate in the microwave or double boiler.
Add peanuts and shredded coconut to the melted chocolate a little at a time alternating between the two ingredients until finished. Mix in between additions.
Using a small scoop, scoop out the mixture and place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle a little shredded coconut on each one for decoration.
Let cool for at least 2 hours at room temperature.
Hint: If you are using the microwave to melt your chocolate, make sure that you are warming the chocolate in 20 second intervals and stirring the chocolate at each interval. Return the chocolate to the microwave until melted. Do not over heat!
Substitutions and Variations
Here are a few ideas on how you can make this dish different or fit a certain diet:
- Keto Chocolate Peanut Clusters - select unsweetened ingredients to make these chocolate clusters keto
- Whole30 Compatible Clusters - substitute almonds or cashews for the peanuts to make this Whole30 compatible
- Red Pepper Flakes - spice it up by adding red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper
- Candy Cane - add candy cane for a fresh mint taste
If you know how to make this recipe unique or suit your diet - go for it! Let me know what you did and how it turned out by leaving me a comment. I'd love to hear from you.
Equipment
To melt the chocolate you'll need a good quality bowl, glass preferred. Spoons, spatulas and measuring cups come in handy. You'll also need some parchment paper.
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Storage
Store dried chocolate nut clusters in an air tight container in a cool place. Consume within 2 to 3 weeks.
I have never frozen these crunchy chocolate nut clusters before so I can not recommend freezing. Freeze at your own risk.
Food Safety
Note that the storage guidelines provided on this page and site are estimates from personal experiences. We are all adults and as an adult you are responsible to ensure that the food you eat is safe to eat. Since, I'm not a food safety expert, you are responsible to review your local guidelines on food storage prior to storing any food left-overs.
Remember to:
- Not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
For Canadian Guidelines check Government of Canada's Food and Safety Guidelines, see more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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Recipe Details
Crunchy Nut Chocolate Clusters
Ingredients
- 112 grams Dark Semi Sweet Chocolate
- 1 cup Peanuts (shelled, roasted and skin removed)
- ¾ cup Shredded Sweetened Coconut
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Chop chocolate and place in a small bowl large enough to hold all ingredients. Melt chocolate in the microwave or double boiler.
- Add peanuts and shredded coconut to the melted chocolate a little at a time alternating between the two ingredients until finished. Mix in between additions.
- Using a small scoop, scoop out the mixture and place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle a little shredded coconut on each one for decoration.
- Let cool for at least 2 hours at room temperature.
- Store any leftover in an airtight container in a cool place.
AmyG says
These are super easy to make and incredibly healthy if you use unsweetened chocolate. Add protein and keep these on hand for energy bites.