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Chocolate-Butterscotch Crunch Clusters

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Delightful clusters made with semisweet chocolate, butterscotch chips, chow mein noodles, and optional peanuts.

Ingredients for Chocolate-Butterscotch Crunch Clusters

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Semisweet Chocolate Chips

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Butterscotch Chips

cups

Chow Mein Noodles

cups

Peanuts, optional

cups

How to Make Chocolate-Butterscotch Crunch Clusters

1. Prepare Baking Sheet

Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with wax paper or parchment paper. This will make it easy to remove the clusters later without any sticking.

2. Melt Chips

Take a microwave-safe bowl and add 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips and 1 cup of butterscotch chips. Microwave the chips in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until the mixture is completely smooth and all the chips have melted.

3. Mix Noodles and Peanuts

Add 2 cups of chow mein noodles and, if desired, 0.5 cup of peanuts to the melted mixture. Stir everything together until the noodles and peanuts are thoroughly coated.

4. Form Clusters

Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming neat little haystacks.

5. Chill Clusters

Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the clusters to set properly.

6. Serve Clusters

Once the clusters are firm, remove them from the refrigerator and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Variations

Dark Chocolate-Almond-Sea Salt Clusters

Combine melted dark chocolate with roasted almonds and finish with a sprinkle of sea salt for a sophisticated flavor profile.

White Chocolate-Cranberry-Pistachio Clusters

Melt white chocolate and mix it with dried cranberries and chopped pistachios for a festive, colorful treat.

Milk Chocolate-Peanut Butter-Pretzel Clusters

Melt milk chocolate and mix in a dollop of creamy peanut butter before adding in roughly crushed pretzels for a sweet and salty snack.

Salted Caramel Twist

Introduce a pinch of fleur de sel or coarse sea salt to the butterscotch mixture. The salt will cut through the sweetness and add a gourmet salted caramel note to the clusters.

Matcha-White Chocolate-Rice Crisp Clusters

Mix melted white chocolate with a teaspoon of matcha powder for color and flavor, then stir in rice crisps for texture.

Pitfalls and tips

Quality of Ingredients

Choose high-quality chocolate and butterscotch chips for the best flavor and outcome. High cocoa content chocolate can provide a richer taste.

Melting Method

Gently melt chocolate and butterscotch chips using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently to prevent scorching or seizing.

Balanced Flavors

Use dark or semisweet chocolate to offset the sweetness of the butterscotch. A pinch of flaky sea salt can enhance flavors and balance the sweetness.

Tempering Chocolate

For a glossy finish and a satisfying snap, temper the chocolate. This will help your clusters set well at room temperature without turning dull or gray.

Storage

Store clusters in an airtight container at room temperature in a cool, dark place. Refrigerate if necessary to prevent melting.

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