Description
Delightfully sweet and crunchy White Chocolate Cranberry Pecan Clusters, perfect for holiday treats or anytime snacking. These no-bake clusters combine creamy white chocolate with tart dried cranberries and toasted pecans for a deliciously simple dessert.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 12 oz white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted if desired
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the clusters from sticking.
- Melt the white chocolate: Place the white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Add flavorings: Stir the vanilla extract and pinch of salt into the melted chocolate to enhance the flavor.
- Mix in the cranberries and pecans: Add the dried cranberries and chopped pecans to the melted chocolate. Stir until all ingredients are evenly coated with chocolate.
- Form the clusters: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping them into small clusters.
- Set the clusters: Allow the clusters to set at room temperature for about 30 minutes or refrigerate for 15 minutes until firm.
- Store properly: Keep the clusters in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Try swapping pecans for almonds or walnuts for a different nutty flavor.
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top before setting for an extra burst of flavor.
- To toast pecans, spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cluster
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
