Chocolate Covered Almond Clusters 🍫🌰
These Chocolate Covered Almond Clusters are crunchy, chocolatey, and the easiest sweet treat you’ll ever make! With just two main ingredients and endless flavor variations, these homemade clusters are perfect for gifting, snacking, or satisfying that chocolate craving in minutes. 💚
Why You’ll Love These Almond Clusters 💚
- ✅ 2 Ingredients: Chocolate + almonds. That’s it!
- ✅ Quick & Easy: No baking, minimal prep time.
- ✅ Perfect Texture: Crunchy nuts coated in smooth, rich chocolate.
- ✅ Customizable: Use dark, milk, or white chocolate and add your favorite toppings!
🍫 Almond Cluster Recipe
Ingredients
- 1½ cups whole almonds (raw or roasted) 🌰
- 1 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (dark, milk, or white) 🍫
- Optional toppings: flaky sea salt, shredded coconut, crushed freeze-dried berries, sprinkles 🌟
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions (Expanded)
- Prepare your workspace:
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking. - Melt the chocolate:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted and smooth.
- Alternatively, melt chocolate gently over a double boiler on the stovetop.
- Coat the almonds:
Stir the almonds into the melted chocolate until they’re fully coated and glossy. - Form the clusters:
- Using a spoon, drop small mounds of chocolate-coated almonds onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Shape into clusters, making them as big or small as you like.
- Add toppings (optional):
Immediately sprinkle with sea salt, coconut, or any desired toppings before the chocolate sets. - Let set:
Allow clusters to set at room temperature or refrigerate for about 20–30 minutes until firm. 🍫🌰✨
💡 Flavor Tips & Fun Variations
- ✨ Double chocolate: Drizzle with melted white chocolate after setting.
- ✨ Fruit & nut: Add raisins, dried cranberries, or chopped dried apricots into the chocolate with the almonds.
- ✨ Superfood boost: Sprinkle chia seeds, hemp hearts, or crushed pistachios on top.
- ✨ Holiday twist: Add crushed peppermint candies for a festive treat!
🌰 Nutritional Highlights
Almonds provide healthy fats, protein, fiber, and vitamin E, while quality chocolate (especially dark chocolate) offers antioxidants. These clusters are a balanced treat that’s both satisfying and a little bit indulgent.
🧊 Make-Ahead & Storage Tips
- ✅ Make-ahead: Perfect for prepping days (or weeks) ahead—store in an airtight container.
- ✅ Storage: Keep at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
- ✅ Freezer-friendly: Freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a zip-top bag for longer storage (up to 2 months).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use different nuts?
Definitely! Cashews, peanuts, pecans, or mixed nuts work beautifully with the same method.
How do I keep my chocolate smooth?
Melt slowly at low heat and avoid getting any water in the chocolate, which can cause seizing.
Can I use sugar-free chocolate?
Yes! Sugar-free or stevia-sweetened chocolate works great if you’re looking for a lower-sugar option.
Crunchy, Chocolatey & Totally Addictive 💚
Whip up these Chocolate Almond Clusters today and enjoy a sweet treat that’s as easy as it is irresistible! 💬 Let me know your favorite twist or tag your batch on Pinterest! 🍫🌰
