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Top-down view of a baking sheet with peanut clusters in the refrigerator. The clusters are setting and hardening, chilling for 30 to 45 minutes to become firm and ready to serve.

Peanut Clusters Recipe

Peanut clusters are a simple yet indulgent treat made by melting chocolate and mixing in roasted peanuts. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a lined baking sheet and let them cool until firm. Perfect for snacking or gifting!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Additional Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 36 people
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Rubber Spatula
  • Double Boiler
  • Baking sheet

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz peanuts
  • 1 package peanut butter chips
  • 1 package semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • In a double boiler over gently simmering water, melt the chocolate and peanut butter chips, stirring often and scraping the sides to prevent burning.
    Top-down view of a double boiler on a white marble cooktop. Semi-sweet chocolate chips and peanut butter chips are melting inside the top bowl over gently simmering water. The chips are being stirred constantly, creating a smooth mixture.
  • This process should take about 5 minutes.
  • Once smooth, fold in the peanuts until well-coated.
    Top-down view of a wax paper-lined baking sheet on a white marble cooktop. Small spoonfuls of the chocolate peanut mixture are dropped onto the sheet, forming individual glossy peanut clusters, evenly spaced and ready to chill.
  • Spoon small portions onto a wax paper-lined baking sheet, then chill in the refrigerator for 30 to 45 minutes until set.
    Top-down view of a baking sheet with peanut clusters in the refrigerator. The clusters are setting and hardening, chilling for 30 to 45 minutes to become firm and ready to serve.

Notes

  • Drizzle with white chocolate for a decorative touch before refrigerating.