Chocolate Raisin Clusters
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Chocolate Raisin Clusters
Description
Chocolate Raisin Clusters are made by melting milk chocolate chips until smooth and stirring in California raisins. The mixture is then spooned into teaspoon-sized dollops on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chilled until the chocolate hardens. This process creates small, bite-sized clusters that balance the chewy, natural sweetness of raisins with the rich, creamy milk chocolate.
The simplicity of the ingredients and method means the recipe doesn't require baking, which is convenient for warm weather or quick preparation. The finished clusters can be served as a sweet snack, dessert accompaniment, or even packed for lunches.
Because the clusters must chill until firm, refrigeration time is essential to achieve the proper set texture. Using good quality milk chocolate chips improves the smoothness and flavor of the coating. These clusters can be stored chilled and enjoyed over several days.
Ingredients
- 2 cup milk chocolate chips
- 2 cups raisins California
Instructions
- Line baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Melt chocolate in microwave, stirring every 30 seconds.
- Stir raisins into melted chocolate.
- Drop by teaspoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet.
- Refrigerate until firm.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 133 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 133kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 120mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 40IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.