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Chocolate Peanut Clusters

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Timing
Timing
Total:
Prep:
25 Min.
Skill Level:
Beginner
Yields:
24 candies

Indulgent, salty and sweet, this Chocolate Peanut Clusters recipe is perfect for sharing. You can't beat the classic combo of roasted peanuts paired with melted HERSHEY'S Milk Chocolate Chips and HERSHEY'S SPECIAL DARK Mildly Sweet Chocolate Chips or HERSHEY'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips.

For your next party or gathering, wow your friends and family by arranging these chocolaty bite-sized Chocolate Peanut Clusters on a charcuterie or dessert board. Get creative with a handful of your favorite dried fruits and nuts. Or simply make someone feel special by filling a decorative box or tin with your gorgeous chocolate candy creations.

Need more snackable treat inspiration? Check out our fan-favorite, ROLO® Pretzel Delights.

Ingredients & Directions

Prep Time
25 minutes
COOK TIME
1 minute
Chill Time
30 minutes

Ingredients

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Directions

Equipment Needed 
Microwave Microwave
Microwave-Safe Bowl Microwave-Safe Bowl
Measuring Cups Measuring Cups
Rubber Scraper Rubber Scraper
Paper Candy Paper
Refrigerator Refrigerator
1

Place chocolate chips and shortening in small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at medium (50%) 1 minute; stir. If necessary, microwave at medium an additional 15 seconds at a time, stirring after each heating, until chips are melted and mixture is smooth when stirred. Stir in peanuts.

Tip

Coconut oil may be used in place of shortening.

2

Drop by teaspoons into 1-inch diameter candy or petit four papers. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes. Store in tightly covered container in refrigerator.

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