Rich Peanut Clusters

By newbaucher

It’s cheaper to make these bite-size morsels than it is to buy them in the store. Best of all, family and friends agree they taste better! —Janice Garvert, Plainville, Kansas

Ingredients

• 2 packages (12 ounces each) semisweet chocolate chips
• 2 packages (10 to 12 ounces each) vanilla or white chips
• 1 tablespoon shortening
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon butter, softened
• 2 cans (12 ounces each) salted peanuts

Preparation

Step 1

In a microwave, melt chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Stir in vanilla and butter. Add peanuts; mix well.
Drop by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined pans. Refrigerate until set. Store in an airtight container. Yield: about 15 dozen