Roasted Spanish Peanut Clusters
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3.4
Roasted Spanish Peanut Clusters
Description
The recipe starts by roasting raw Spanish peanuts on a baking sheet at 350°F until fragrant, which boosts their flavor and crunch. If already roasted peanuts are used, this step may be skipped. Bittersweet chocolate is melted carefully in the microwave, stirred frequently to achieve a smooth consistency without seizing. The peanuts are stirred into the melted chocolate to coat evenly.
Spoons of the peanut and chocolate mixture are dropped onto parchment-lined baking sheets to form small clusters. These set at room temperature or faster in the fridge. The finished clusters combine the rich bitterness of the chocolate with the roasted, earthy crunch of the peanuts, creating a treat with simple, quality ingredients.
Storing the clusters in the refrigerator keeps the chocolate firm and extends shelf life, making them convenient snacks or gifts.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces bittersweet chocolate cut in small pieces
- 1 cup Spanish peanuts skins on
Instructions
- Set oven to 350°F.
- Put the peanuts on a dry baking sheet and toast in oven for 10-15 minutes, or until you begin to smell their aroma. Let them cool. Skip this step if you are using roasted peanuts.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment or waxed paper.
- Put the chopped chocolate in a small microwave safe bowl and microwave for one minute. Stir to melt. Microwave for an additional 30 seconds if necessary. Let the heat of the bowl and chocolate help to completely melt it as you stir; don't over cook or the chocolate will seize up.
- When the chocolate is completely smooth, add in the peanuts and give a quick stir to coat them.
- Use a tablespoon to make little piles of the chocolate on the lined baking sheet. Let them sit until set at room temperature, or you can put them in the fridge for quicker setting.
- I like to store these in the fridge.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12-18 pieces
Amount Per Serving
Calories 238 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 cluster | |
| Calories | 238kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 54mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 240mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 14IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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3.4
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