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Easy and Decadent Chocolate Nut Clusters

No need to ignore your sweet tooth with these dark chocolate nut clusters. Made with dark chocolate, chia seeds, coconut, and popped quinoa this quick and easy chocolate candy is a treat you can feel good about eating.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate coconut clusters, chocolate nut clusters, dark chocolate candy
Servings: 10 servings
Author: Amy Sandidge

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces dark chocolate
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoons quinoa
  • ½ cup dried currants
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans plus a whole pecan to top each disk
  • ½ cup unsweetened coconut

Instructions

  • Heat pan over medium heat until it is really hot. You don't want it to be smoking, but hot. Add 1 tablespoon of the quinoa into the pan at a time. The quinoa should start to pop right away, within a few seconds. As soon as it pops, within about 10 seconds, remove it and place it on a plate to cool. Set aside.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
  • Chop the dark chocolate and place it in a microwave-safe bowl with coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals. Mix between each interval. One thing to keep in mind, do not heat until it is melted all the way. You want to melt it until it is about 75% melted. Remove the chocolate from the microwave and gently mix until the chocolate is melted.
  • To the chocolate, add in almost all the add-ins. Make sure to reserve some for topping.
  • Let the chocolate cool slightly, about 5 minutes. Then drop the chocolate disks onto the baking sheet. I made 10 disks, but you can make more or less, depending on the size you want.
  • Top with the reserved add-ins.
  • I like to cool in the fridge, but if your house is cool enough, you can always let them harden at room temp.
  • To store, if you don't eat them all right away, store them in an airtight container. I like to store them in the fridge, but if your house is cool enough, you can always keep them at room temp!
  • Now, sit back and enjoy. You deserve it.

Notes

  • Use a heavy bottom pan to pop the quinoa. I find it allows for the best results since it heats more evenly.
  • Be sure to store chocolate coconut clusters in a cool, dark place. If it's warm in the house, the fridge or freezer is your best bet.
  • Use at least 60% dark chocolate 
How to Store:
Store them in an airtight container or plastic bag. I like to store them in the fridge, but if your house is cool enough, you can always keep them at room temp!
To carry them on the go. Allow them to cool in the refrigerator or freezer overnight before taking them out to ensure they will not melt throughout the day
Store them for up to seven days but store them in the freezer to extend their shelf-life.