Trail Mix Clusters Recipe

By carol gorman

Ingredients

• 2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup unsalted sunflower kernels
• 1/2 cup salted pumpkin seeds or pepitas
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped cashews
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup flaked coconut
• 1/4 cup finely chopped dried apricots
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup dried cherries or blueberries

Preparation

Step 1

In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Stir in the remaining ingredients.

Drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Yield: 4 dozen.