White Chocolate Peanut Clusters
White Chocolate Peanut Clusters are a quick and delightful treat made by combining creamy white chocolate with crunchy roasted peanuts.With minimal ingredients and easy steps, these clusters are perfect for holiday parties, snack boxes, or last-minute gifts.
Ingredients
- 2 cups white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate baking bars
- 1 ½ cups roasted unsalted peanuts
Optional:
- ½ teaspoon sea salt or ¼ cup crushed pretzels
- holiday sprinkles for tppping caramel drizzle, or crushed peppermint
Instructions
Melt the White Chocolate
- Double Boiler Method: Place a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, ensuring the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Add white chocolate chips and stir continuously until melted and smooth.
- Microwave Method: Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 15-20 second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth.
- Tip: White chocolate burns easily, so melt it slowly over low heat or short microwave intervals.
Mix in the Peanuts
- Once the white chocolate is completely melted, add the roasted peanuts.
- Stir until all peanuts are evenly coated with white chocolate.
Form the Clusters
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Use a spoon or small cookie scoop to drop spoonfuls of the chocolate-peanut mixture onto the parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart.
- Optional: Sprinkle sea salt or crushed pretzels over each cluster for added flavor and texture.
Set the Clusters
- Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or until the clusters are fully set and hardened.
Serve and Store
- Once set, the clusters are ready to enjoy. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge to keep them fresh.