White Chocolate Cranberry Pecan Clusters Recipe
Delightfully sweet and tangy, these White Chocolate Cranberry Pecan Clusters combine creamy white chocolate with tart dried cranberries and crunchy pecans, enhanced by a touch of vanilla and sea salt. Perfect for a quick no-bake treat or gift during holidays or anytime you crave a sweet snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 clusters 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the clusters from sticking and to make clean-up easy.
- Melt the white chocolate: Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Mix in flavorings and nuts: Stir the vanilla extract, dried cranberries, and chopped pecans into the melted white chocolate until everything is evenly combined.
- Form clusters: Using a spoon, drop small spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet, creating bite-sized clusters.
- Add sea salt: Lightly sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over each cluster to enhance the flavor profile with a subtle salty contrast.
- Chill to set: Refrigerate the clusters for at least 30 minutes or until the white chocolate hardens and the clusters are firm.
- Store properly: Once set, transfer the clusters to an airtight container. They can be stored at room temperature or in the refrigerator depending on your preference.
Notes
- Use good quality white chocolate chips for the best flavor and smooth melting.
- Chop pecans coarsely to add a nice crunch to the clusters.
- The sea salt is optional but highly recommended to balance the sweetness.
- Clusters can be customized by substituting dried cranberries with other dried fruit like cherries or raisins.
- Store the clusters in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent the white chocolate from blooming.
Keywords: white chocolate, cranberries, pecans, no bake dessert, clusters, sweet snack, holiday treat
