Chocolate, Fruit and Nut Clusters

By rdgplus3

Ingredients

• 2 cups coarsely chopped semisweet or milk chocolate (or chocolate chips)
• 1 cup mixed nuts or peanuts
• 1 cup chopped dried or candied cherries, cranberries or raisins

Preparation

Step 1

Line 2 baking sheets with waxed paper; set aside

In heatproof bowl over hot (not boiling) water, melt chocolate; stir until smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in nuts and fruit.
Drop by teaspoonfuls about 2 inches apart, onto prepared baking sheets. Refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes or until chocolate is firm.

Clusters can be layered between sheets of waxed paper or plastic wrap in airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Makes 36 pieces.

Per piece: About 100 cal, 1 g protein, 6 g fat, 11 g carbs