Low Sodium Homemade Nerd Clusters
Discover the joy of crafting your own *Low Sodium Homemade Nerd Clusters*, a health-conscious twist on the classic candy treat! This recipe combines irresistibly gooey low-sodium mini marshmallows and crunchy puffed rice cereal for the perfect base. Then, natural fruit-flavored Nerds candies and chewy dried fruit bits are folded in for a delightful combination of sweet-tart flavors and textures. Quick to prepare and ready in just 10 minutes, these no-bake clusters are ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth without excess sodium. Perfect for kids, parties, or a playful snack, these bite-sized treats are as fun to make as they are to eat. Enjoy the balance of wholesome ingredients and nostalgic candy goodness in this homemade creation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Low-sodium mini marshmallows
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 cups Low-sodium puffed rice cereal
- 1 cup Natural fruit-flavored nerds candies
- 0.5 cup Dried fruit bits (e.g., dried cranberries or apricots)
Instructions
Lightly grease a 9x9 inch square baking pan and set it aside.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the low-sodium mini marshmallows and unsalted butter.
Microwave on high in 30-second intervals, stirring between, until the marshmallows and butter are fully melted and smooth.
Quickly add the low-sodium puffed rice cereal to the marshmallow mixture and stir until the cereal is evenly coated.
Gently fold in the natural fruit-flavored nerds candies and dried fruit bits, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and press down lightly with a spatula to even the surface.
Allow the mixture to cool and set completely at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
Once fully set, cut into small cluster-sized squares or desired shapes.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.2 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 64 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 520.0 g | 189% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 320.0 g | ||
| Protein | 13.2 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 586 mg | 12% | |
*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.
