Chinese Clusters
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and salty with these irresistible Chinese Clusters! This no-bake treat combines the rich, creamy flavors of melted semi-sweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter with the delightful crunch of crispy chow mein noodles and salted roasted peanuts. Ready in just 20 minutes with minimal effort, this recipe is ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing guests with a unique dessert. Perfect for parties, holiday platters, or a quick snack, these easy-to-make chocolate clusters are a crowd-pleasing favorite that can be stored for days—if they last that long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup Butterscotch chips
- 0.5 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 3 cups Chow mein noodles
- 1 cup Salted roasted peanuts
Instructions
Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats and set aside.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter.
Microwave the mixture on high in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until smooth and fully melted (approximately 2–3 minutes total).
Once melted, stir in the chow mein noodles and salted roasted peanuts. Ensure all the noodles and peanuts are well-coated with the chocolate mixture.
Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, drop clusters of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets. Space them slightly apart so they don’t stick together.
Allow the clusters to cool and set at room temperature for about an hour. Alternatively, place the baking sheets in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes to speed up the setting process.
Once the clusters are firm, transfer them to an airtight container for storage. They can be stored at room temperature for up to one week or in the refrigerator for longer freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5160 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 327.8 g | 420% | |
| Saturated Fat | 128.7 g | 644% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 50.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2101 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 522.1 g | 190% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.0 g | 168% | |
| Total Sugars | 327.0 g | ||
| Protein | 118.5 g | 237% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 358 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 2110 mg | 45% | |
*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.
