🍫🥜 Easy 2 Ingredient Chocolate Dry Roasted Peanut Clusters

Chocolate Peanut Clusters 🍫🥜

It is incredibly quick and easy to make these delicious Chocolate Dry Roasted Peanut Clusters when you follow this simple 2-ingredient recipe!

You only need dry roasted peanuts and chocolate chips to create a delightful, satisfying candy.

This recipe requires minimal effort – just a few minutes to prepare and about half an hour to set – making it perfect for last-minute treats, homemade gifts, or a quick sweet fix.

Since it’s so fast to make, you can easily repeat the process to create a huge batch for your next party or gathering!

Get ready for a classic, effortless confection that everyone will love.

Ingredient Focus: Dry Roasting and Chocolate Quality 💡

The success of this 2-ingredient recipe relies on using the right type of peanuts and ensuring your chocolate melts properly.

The Perfect Peanut

Dry Roasted Advantage: Dry roasted peanuts are ideal because they are roasted using hot air without adding oil. This makes them less greasy, which is better for setting the chocolate.
Salt Preference: You can use either salted or unsalted dry roasted peanuts. The salty nuts are excellent paired with the sweet chocolate for a classic flavor contrast.

Choosing Your Chocolate

Chip Quality Matters: Most regular-brand semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips will melt well for this recipe. If you are using an unfamiliar brand, ensure it is known to melt smoothly, as off-brands or specialty diet chips can sometimes have difficulty melting properly.
Amount: The recipe ratio is designed to create clusters that hold together well without being overly dominated by chocolate. You can make your clusters smaller or larger, resulting in a yield of anywhere from 8 to 12 pieces per batch.

Microwave Melting Secrets ♨️

Melting the chocolate quickly in the microwave is the fastest part of this recipe, but it requires caution to prevent burning.

Best Practice for Melting

Use Short Increments: Microwaves vary greatly in power. To prevent the chocolate from scorching or burning, it is essential to heat in short bursts and stir in between.
The Process: Start with 30 seconds, stir, and then repeat with 15-second increments until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
Parchment Paper: Always line your baking sheet with parchment paper before spooning the clusters onto it. This ensures the chocolate clusters won’t stick, making cleanup and removal easy once they are set.

Storage

Once the clusters have set (about 30-45 minutes at room temperature), they are ready to eat.

They can be stored in an airtight container or a Ziploc bag—no refrigeration is needed!

Chocolate Dry Roasted Peanut Clusters Recipe 🍫🥜

Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 1-2 Minutes
Set Time: 30 Minutes
Yield: 8-12 Servings

⏱️ Prep Time: 5 Minutes | Cook Time: 1-2 Minutes | Set Time: 30-45 Minutes | Yield: 8-12 Servings

🥣 Ingredients

1 cup Chocolate Chips (milk or semi-sweet) 🍫
1/2 cup Dry Roasted Peanuts 🥜

🥄 Supplies

Microwave Safe Plate
Spoon
Baking Sheet or Tray
Parchment Paper

📝 Instructions

Prep Pan: Line a baking sheet or tray with parchment paper.
Melt Chocolate: Pour the dry roasted peanuts onto a microwave-safe plate in a single layer. Pour the chocolate chips on top in a flat layer (not a pile). Microwave on high for 30 seconds and stir.
Continue Melting: Repeat the microwaving process in 15-second increments, stirring well after each one, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Be cautious not to burn the chocolate.
Spoon Clusters: Stir the chocolate and peanuts one last time to fully coat the nuts. Spoon clusters onto the prepared parchment paper, ensuring they are not touching.
Set: Let the clusters rest for 30 to 45 minutes at room temperature to allow the chocolate to set and harden.
Serve: Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Ready to Make This 2-Ingredient Treat? ⬇️

This recipe is so simple that anyone can master it.

It’s the perfect, fast solution when you need a chocolate fix or a last-minute party dessert.

Will you make a large batch for a party, or will you keep this small batch all to yourself?