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Salted Peanut Caramel Clusters

Salted Peanut Caramel Clusters

  • Author: Andy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 clusters
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Sweet, salty, and delightfully crunchy, these Salted Peanut Caramel Clusters combine roasted peanuts, creamy caramel, and rich chocolate into irresistible bite-sized treats.


Ingredients

  • Salted Roasted Peanuts: 2 cups – Crunchy, savory base that adds texture and richness.
  • Soft Caramel Candies: 1 package (11 oz) – Melted into gooey, sweet magic that binds everything together.
  • Heavy Cream: 2 tablespoons – Loosens the caramel for easy coating and creamy texture.
  • Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips: 2 cups – Smooth chocolate layer to coat and balance the sweetness.
  • Sea Salt Flakes: 1 teaspoon – Final touch for that irresistible sweet-salty flavor.

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside for easy, non-stick cluster assembly.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the caramel candies with heavy cream in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and glossy.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Spread the roasted peanuts into small mounds on the lined baking sheet—aim for about 1 tablespoon per mound.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Drizzle warm caramel over each peanut mound, making sure they’re well-coated and nestled together.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Let caramel-covered clusters set at room temperature for 10 minutes, then melt chocolate chips in a separate bowl.
  6. Finishing Touches: Spoon melted chocolate over each cluster, completely covering the caramel and peanuts. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Allow clusters to cool and firm up for 30 minutes, then transfer to a platter or airtight container.

Notes

  • Use parchment paper for easy release and cleanup.
  • Chill clusters between layers for better definition and texture.
  • Customize with your favorite nuts or add-ins like dried fruit or white chocolate drizzle.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cluster
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: salted peanut caramel clusters, peanut candy, no bake chocolate treats, caramel nut clusters, sweet and salty snacks