Chocolate Covered Peanut Clusters

A stack of chocolate peanut clusters decorated with red and green sprinkles.

Chocolate Covered Peanut Clusters

Course: Desserts, Snacks

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 1

Total Time: 1

Servings:

Calories: 150kcal

Author: Deanna

Crunch and sweet, chocolate-covered peanut clusters are a decadent candy that is incredibly easy to make. A perfect treat for the holidays, or as a gift.

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Equipment

Ingredients

6 oz (1 cup) Dry roasted peanuts unsalted
12 oz (2 cups) Chocolate melting wafers

Instructions

Place the melting wafers in a large microwave-safe bow. Heat for 20-second intervals at half-power, stirring between intervals until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
Add the peanuts to the melted chocolate.
Stir to combine the chocolate and peanuts until they are well mixed.
Spoon onto a parchment-lined sheet pan. (One tablespoon makes a nice treat, but you can make them as big or small as you like. A small cookie scoop works well to ensure they are evenly sized.)
If you want to add candy sprinkles or sea salt, allow the chocolate to set for a minute or two, then add your topping when the chocolate is still slightly tacky. This will ensure the sprinkles adhere to the chocolate without sinking in.
Allow the chocolate to set, then move the candy to an airtight container for storage.

Notes

Please take a look at the post for instructions on melting chocolate in a double boiler or instant pot, or for instructions to make this recipe using a slow cooker.

This recipe should make between 18-20 clusters at about one tablespoon each.

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