Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Crunch Clusters (Printable Version)
Decadent clusters combining roasted hazelnuts, crispy rice, and smooth dark chocolate for a satisfying crunchy sweet treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chocolate & Fats
01 - 7 oz high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
02 - 1 tbsp coconut oil
→ Nuts & Crunch
03 - 1 cup whole hazelnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
04 - 2 cups puffed rice cereal
→ Garnish
05 - Flaky sea salt
# How To Make:
01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place dark chocolate and coconut oil in a heatproof bowl. Melt over a saucepan of barely simmering water using the double boiler method, stirring until smooth. Alternatively, melt in short bursts in the microwave, stirring frequently.
03 - Stir chopped hazelnuts and puffed rice cereal into melted chocolate, ensuring everything is well coated.
04 - Drop heaping tablespoons of mixture onto prepared baking sheet, forming clusters.
05 - Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top of each cluster if desired.
06 - Refrigerate clusters for 30 minutes or until fully set.
07 - Once firm, transfer to an airtight container. Store in a cool place or refrigerate.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They come together in under twenty minutes but taste like something from a fancy chocolate shop
- The satisfying crunch combo makes them completely addictive
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- Water is chocolate's enemy, so make absolutely sure your bowl and utensils are completely dry before melting
- The clusters will keep their shape better at room temperature than in the fridge long-term
03 -
- Let the chocolate cool slightly before mixing in the cereal so it stays crispy longer
- Room temperature chocolate melts differently on your tongue than cold chocolate straight from the fridge