Pistachio Dried Cranberry Clusters (Printable)

Bite-sized clusters combining roasted pistachios, dried cranberries, and dark chocolate for a gourmet snack.

# What You Need:

→ Nuts & Fruits

01 - 1 cup (4.2 oz) shelled roasted unsalted pistachios
02 - 2/3 cup (2.8 oz) dried cranberries

→ Chocolate

03 - 5 oz high-quality dark chocolate (minimum 60% cacao), chopped

→ Optional Garnish

04 - Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

# Steps:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine the pistachios and dried cranberries.
03 - Gently melt the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl placed over a saucepan of simmering water, stirring constantly until smooth.
04 - Pour the melted chocolate over the nut and fruit mixture, stirring gently until all pieces are evenly coated.
05 - Drop heaping tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cluster.
06 - Optionally, sprinkle each cluster lightly with flaky sea salt.
07 - Refrigerate clusters for a minimum of 20 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully set.
08 - Keep clusters in an airtight container stored in a cool environment for up to one week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy preparation
  • Perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors
02 -
  • Substitute white or milk chocolate for a sweeter flavor
  • Swap pistachios for almonds or hazelnuts as desired
03 -
  • Use a silicone baking mat for easy removal of clusters
  • Ensure chocolate is fully melted for even coating
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