Peanut and Raisin Clusters Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 20 minutes
🥄 Servings: 20 clusters
📝 Category: Candy
Description:
Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet raisins, crunchy peanuts, and rich chocolate with these Peanut and Raisin Clusters. Whether you’re craving a quick snack or a homemade treat to share with friends and family, these clusters are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Plus, with just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, they’re an easy dessert option for any occasion. Feel free to customize with your favorite nuts for a delicious twist!
Ingredients:
- 6 oz chocolate pieces
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 cup seedless raisins
- 1 cup roasted peanuts
Instructions:
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1. | Melt chocolate in the top part of a double boiler over boiling water. If you don’t have a double boiler, you can melt the chocolate in a pan over low heat. |
| 2. | Once the chocolate is melted, add the sweetened condensed milk and a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined. |
| 3. | Cook the mixture for about 10 minutes, or until it thickens, stirring constantly to prevent burning. |
| 4. | Once the mixture has thickened, remove it from the heat and add the raisins and peanuts. Stir until they are evenly coated with the chocolate mixture. |
| 5. | Drop the mixture by tablespoonfuls onto wax paper, forming clusters. |
| 6. | Place the clusters in the refrigerator and let them chill until firm, usually about 1 hour. |
| 7. | Once firm, remove the clusters from the refrigerator and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. |
Nutrition Facts (per cluster):
- Calories: 151.7
- Fat: 7.4g
- Saturated Fat: 1.9g
- Cholesterol: 6.8mg
- Sodium: 126mg
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Sugar: 15.6g
- Protein: 4.5g
Keywords:
Dessert, Fruit, Nuts, Easy, Quick, Homemade, Chocolate, Raisins, Peanuts, Snack, Treat
Tips:
- Experiment with different types of nuts, such as almonds or pecans, for a unique flavor combination.
- For an extra touch of sweetness, drizzle melted chocolate over the clusters before refrigerating.
- Package the clusters in decorative bags or boxes to give as homemade gifts for special occasions.
