Dark Chocolate Raspberry Nut Clusters
Rich, velvety dark chocolate coats clusters of roasted nuts and freeze-dried raspberries, finished with a pinch of flaky sea salt. These indulgent yet wholesome treats strike the perfect balance between sweet, salty, crunchy, and fruity.
- Author: Djihane
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes (with chill time)
- Yield: 8 clusters 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 1 1/2 cups mixed roasted nuts (almonds, cashews, or peanuts)
- 1/3 cup freeze-dried raspberries or dried raspberries
- 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips or chunks
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother texture)
- Flaky sea salt, for topping
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate and coconut oil (if using) over a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Gently fold in the nuts and raspberries until everything is coated in chocolate.
- Drop heaping spoonfuls of the mixture onto the parchment-lined sheet to form clusters.
- Sprinkle each cluster with a pinch of flaky sea salt.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes until fully set.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate (70% or higher) for richer flavor and health benefits.
- Customize with your favorite nuts or add seeds for extra crunch.
- Ensure raspberries are completely dry to avoid chocolate seizing.
- Great for gifting when wrapped in parchment or boxes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cluster
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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