Description
Festive Christmas M&M Peanut Butter Clusters bring holiday cheer with sweet peanut butter and colorful candy crunch. Simple no-bake magic delivers delightful treats perfect for seasonal celebrations and gifting friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup roasted salted peanuts
Candy Topping:
- 1 cup Christmas-colored M&M candies
Melting Agent:
- 1 tablespoon (tbsp) coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional, for smoother melting)
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper, creating a smooth, non-stick surface for your clusters.
- Melt chocolate chips and peanut butter together in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring at 30-second intervals until the mixture becomes glossy and completely smooth.
- Remove the melted chocolate mixture from the microwave and allow it to cool slightly for 2-3 minutes, preventing potential burning when adding other ingredients.
- Gently fold in roasted peanuts, ensuring each nut is evenly coated with the chocolate-peanut butter blend.
- Incorporate Christmas M&M candies into the mixture, stirring carefully to distribute them throughout without breaking the delicate candies.
- Use a spoon or cookie scoop to drop rounded mounds of the chocolate mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, creating uniform clusters.
- Sprinkle additional M&M candies on top of each cluster for a festive and decorative touch.
- Refrigerate the clusters for 15-20 minutes, allowing them to set and firm up completely.
- Once hardened, transfer the clusters to an airtight container, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Store in a cool place or refrigerate to maintain their shape and texture, enjoying within 5-7 days for optimal freshness.
Notes
- Opt for high-quality chocolate chips or melting wafers for smoother, more professional-looking clusters.
- Use festive red and green M&M’s to instantly transform these treats into a holiday-themed dessert.
- Experiment with different nut butter varieties like almond or cashew butter for unique flavor variations.
- Store clusters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 98mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg