Crispy Chickpea Snack Pan
25 min • 190 cal
American • Snacks
Dark Chocolate Trail Mix Clusters
20 minEasy12 servings
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12
servings
175
calories
4g
protein
16g
carbs
12g
fat
Ingredients
- 8 oz dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher), finely chopped
- 1 cup roasted almonds, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cherries, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Place chopped dark chocolate and coconut oil in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of barely simmering water (double boiler). Stir frequently until completely smooth and glossy.
- 3
Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla extract.
- 4
Add almonds, dried cherries, coconut flakes, and pumpkin seeds to the melted chocolate. Fold gently until everything is evenly coated.
- 5
Drop heaping tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- 6
Sprinkle each cluster lightly with sea salt.
- 7
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until the chocolate has fully set and the clusters are firm.
- 8
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Pro Tips
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Use high-quality dark chocolate (70% or higher) - it melts more smoothly and has better flavor.
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Work quickly once the chocolate is melted - it starts to set fast at room temperature.
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A double boiler is the gentlest way to melt chocolate without burning it.
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One Pan Tip
To make cleanup even easier, line your pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil before cooking. This recipe is designed to cook everything in one pan, so you'll only have one pot to wash!
Frequently Asked Questions
How to make Dark Chocolate Trail Mix Clusters?
Follow the step-by-step instructions above. This recipe takes about 20 min and is rated easy difficulty.
Is Dark Chocolate Trail Mix Clusters suitable for meal prep?
Yes! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a pan or microwave.
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