Ingredients
Clusters
1 cup white chocolate chips
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup pecans, roughly chopped
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of sea salt
Optional Toppings & Mix-ins
Mini marshmallows, crushed peppermint pieces, or toffee bits
Drizzle of dark or milk chocolate
Pinch of cinnamon or orange zest
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Baking Sheet
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Melt the White Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30‑second intervals, stirring between each until smooth. (Alternatively, use a double boiler.)
Step 3: Combine Ingredients
Stir in the vanilla extract, dried cranberries, and chopped pecans until evenly incorporated.
Step 4: Form Clusters
Spoon small clusters of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle each with a pinch of sea salt.
Step 5: Chill
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until the chocolate has fully set.
Step 6: Store & Serve
Once set, store clusters in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Serve as a sweet treat or gift.
Notes
- Different nuts: Substitute pecans with almonds, walnuts, or pistachios.
- Alternative mix-ins: Add mini marshmallows, crushed peppermint, or toffee bits.
- Chocolate twist: Drizzle melted dark or milk chocolate over clusters.
- Spiced clusters: Add a pinch of cinnamon or orange zest to the melted chocolate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- chill time: 30 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: no bake
- Cuisine: american
- Diet: Vegetarian
