Cranberry White Chocolate Cluster Squares
Delight your taste buds with these irresistibly simple Cranberry White Chocolate Cluster Squares – a no-bake treat that's as festive as it is flavorful! Bursting with tart dried cranberries, crunchy rice cereal, and rich, creamy white chocolate, these squares offer a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Enhanced with a hint of vanilla and a touch of sea salt for a gourmet twist, they come together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Whether you’re looking for an easy holiday dessert, a crowd-pleasing party snack, or a decadent after-dinner treat, these squares hit all the right notes. Plus, with only a handful of ingredients and minimal effort, they’re an ideal choice for busy bakers. Make a batch today and savor the perfect blend of sweet, salty, and crunchy goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams white chocolate chips
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 2 cups rice cereal (e.g. Rice Krispies)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 sheet (to fit an 8-inch square pan) parchment paper
Instructions
Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal later.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and unsalted butter. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring well between each interval, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted. Do not overheat.
Once melted, stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt.
Add the rice cereal and dried cranberries to the melted white chocolate and gently fold until everything is well coated.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula, pressing down lightly to create an even layer.
Refrigerate the pan for at least 2 hours or until the mixture is fully set.
Once set, remove the slab from the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Transfer it to a cutting board.
Using a sharp knife, cut the slab into 16 evenly sized squares.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3616 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.4 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.7 g | 499% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 133 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 2215 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 540.7 g | 197% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 347.6 g | ||
| Protein | 40.9 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.1 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 731 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 51.7 mg | 287% | |
| Potassium | 1942 mg | 41% | |
*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.
