Description
These Deliciously Easy Chocolate Peanut Clusters are a perfect no-bake treat combining smooth milk chocolate melting wafers, creamy milk chocolate chips, and crunchy salted roasted peanuts for a delightful snack or dessert. Simple to make and ready in under an hour, these clusters are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and crunch cravings with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Base
- 2 cups Milk chocolate-flavored melting wafers
- 1 cup Milk chocolate chips
Mix-ins
- 1 cup Salted roasted peanuts
Instructions
- Melt the Wafers: Place the milk chocolate-flavored melting wafers in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each, until the wafers are fully melted and smooth.
- Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Add the milk chocolate chips to the melted wafers and stir continuously until the mixture becomes smooth, shiny, and homogenous.
- Add Peanuts: Gently fold in the salted roasted peanuts until all the nuts are evenly coated with the chocolate mixture.
- Form Clusters: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the chocolate and peanut mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Ensure clusters are spaced about an inch apart to prevent sticking.
- Set the Clusters: Allow the clusters to stand at room temperature until fully set. For faster setting, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for approximately 30 minutes.
Notes
- Use high-quality milk chocolate melting wafers for a smooth texture and richer flavor.
- Ensure peanuts are dry and at room temperature to prevent chocolate from seizing.
- You can substitute salted roasted peanuts with unsalted if you prefer less salt or to control sodium intake.
- Clusters can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or refrigerated for longer freshness.
- For a twist, add a pinch of sea salt on top of each cluster before setting to enhance flavor contrast.
