Cashew Clusters
Indulge in the perfect sweet and salty treat with these irresistible Cashew Clusters! Featuring golden roasted whole cashews coated in a rich, buttery caramel made from granulated sugar, honey, and a touch of vanilla, these bite-sized delights are then elegantly drizzled with smooth dark chocolate for an extra layer of decadence. Easy to make in just 30 minutes and perfect for gifting, snacking, or satisfying your sweet tooth, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser. With the natural crunch of the nuts, the silky texture of melted chocolate, and the subtle hint of sea salt, these homemade clusters strike the perfect balance of flavor and texture. Whip up a batch and savor every blissful bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole cashews
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ounces dark chocolate
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Spread the cashews in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast them in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until they are golden brown and fragrant. Remove from oven and let them cool.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the sugar, unsalted butter, honey, and sea salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture comes to a boil.
Once boiling, let the mixture cook without stirring for 2-3 minutes until it reaches a golden-brown color, creating a caramel.
Remove from heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract.
Immediately add the roasted cashews to the caramel mixture and stir until they are thoroughly coated.
Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, forming small clusters. Allow them to cool and set for about 15 minutes.
While the clusters are cooling, melt the dark chocolate using a double boiler or microwave. Stir until smooth.
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cashew clusters and allow it to set completely, which will take about 10 minutes in a cool area or in the refrigerator.
Once the chocolate is set, serve the cashew clusters or store them in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2601 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.0 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.0 g | 250% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 1213 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 275.1 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 206.9 g | ||
| Protein | 48.4 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 161 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 28.6 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 2333 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
