Description
Peanut clusters need only 4 ingredients and make the easiest holiday treat! These clusters are loaded with crunchy peanuts coated in chocolate, butterscotch, and creamy peanut butter.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark chocolate)
- 12 ounces butterscotch chips
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 4 cups unsalted or roasted peanuts
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the chocolate and butterscotch chips together with the peanut butter. Heat over medium to medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Add the peanuts and stir together until the peanuts are well combined.
- Using 2 spoons, drop the peanuts into clusters on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Allow the chocolate to harden at room temperature (this can take a couple hours).
Notes
- Storing: Once completely set, store in an airtight container with parchment paper between each layer. These can be stored at room temperature, but I prefer to store them in the refrigerator.
- Freezing: Be sure the chocolate is completely set first, than freeze in an airtight container with a piece of parchment paper between the layers. Note that freezing these may cause slightly discoloration or potentially cracking of the chocolate if the chocolate is not properly set.
- Total yield will depend on how large or small you make the clusters
- Substitute peanuts for almonds or pecans, but as these are larger, the yield may be smaller.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Cookie
- Calories: 153
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 4.3mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3.6g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2.2g
- Protein: 4.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg