Dairy-Free Homemade Nerd Clusters
Craving a sweet and tangy treat that's completely dairy-free? These Dairy-Free Homemade Nerd Clusters deliver a delightful crunch and chewy texture with every bite! Made with a base of fruit-flavored dairy-free gelatin and agar-agar, these vegan-friendly candy clusters are perfectly paired with the vibrant pop of classic Nerd candies. Quick to make in just 25 minutes, this recipe uses simple techniques like creating a sticky, gel-like base and forming clusters that are generously coated in colorful, crunchy Nerds. They’re a playful, allergen-friendly take on the nostalgic store-bought favorite, perfect for parties, gifting, or simply indulging a candy craving. Dusted with powdered sugar to prevent sticking, these bite-sized treats make for an irresistible and fun snack for kids and adults alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons dairy-free fruit-flavored gelatin
- 1 teaspoon agar-agar powder
- 0.5 cup water
- 0.25 cup corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 cup nerd candies
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper and spraying a light layer of coconut oil to prevent sticking.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the water and agar-agar powder, stirring constantly until the agar-agar dissolves completely, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the corn syrup and the dairy-free gelatin to the saucepan, and continue to stir until the mixture begins to gently boil and is well combined.
Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, occasionally stirring to ensure it does not stick to the bottom.
Remove the saucepan from the heat, and let it cool slightly for about 1-2 minutes.
Spoon small dollops of the gelatin mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, each about 1/2 teaspoon in size, right next to each other to form clusters.
Immediately sprinkle the Nerd candies over each cluster, gently pressing them down so they stick to the gelatin base but are not submerged.
Let the clusters set at room temperature for about 30 minutes or until they hold their shape.
Once firm, use a small amount of powdered sugar to dust the bottom of the clusters to avoid sticking.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature. Enjoy your sweet, crunchy, and dairy-free homemade nerd clusters!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.0 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 85 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.9 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 290.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 7 mg | 0% | |
*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.
