This Chocolate Covered Almond Clusters recipe is a delightful snack that combines the rich flavor of chocolate with the crunch of almonds. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, these clusters are easy to make and require minimal ingredients.
Ideal for parties or as a quick treat, this recipe allows you to enjoy a delicious snack without the hassle. You can customize the clusters by adding other nuts or dried fruits to suit your taste.
Easy Chocolate Almond Clusters Recipe
These chocolate covered almond clusters are made by melting chocolate and mixing in roasted almonds, then dropping spoonfuls onto parchment paper to set. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and yields approximately 12 clusters.
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole almonds, roasted
- 1 cup chocolate chips (dark, milk, or white)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate)
- Sea salt for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
- Mix in Almonds: Add the roasted almonds to the melted chocolate and stir until they are fully coated.
- Form Clusters: Using a spoon, drop clusters of the chocolate-almond mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Each cluster should contain about 5-6 almonds.
- Chill: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chocolate has fully set.
- Serve: Once set, remove the clusters from the parchment paper and sprinkle with sea salt if desired. Enjoy your chocolate covered almond clusters as a tasty snack!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 clusters
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 12g