Vegan Homemade Nerd Clusters
Get ready to indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Vegan Homemade Nerd Clusters, a plant-based twist on the nostalgic candy classic! Bursting with tangy, fruity flavors and crunchy textures, this recipe combines vegan gummy candies, sparkling sugar, and a touch of citric acid for that signature tart kick. Made with simple ingredients like coconut oil, corn syrup, and rice syrup, these clusters are easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, making them perfect for snack time or special occasions. Optional vegan collagen powder adds an extra boost for those seeking a functional treat, while colorful sprinkles bring vibrant fun to every bite. Easily customizable and kid-friendly, these chewy, bite-sized clusters promise to be a hit with candy lovers of all ages. Perfect for sharing or savoring solo, they’re an addictively sweet addition to your dairy-free, vegan dessert repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Vegan gummy candies
- 2 tablespoons Corn syrup
- 1 tablespoon Coconut oil
- 1 cup Vegan sugar
- 1 tablespoon Rice syrup
- 1 tablespoon Vegan Primal Kitchen collagen powder (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Citric acid
- 0.5 cup Colored sprinkles or sparkling sugar
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the corn syrup, coconut oil, and vegan sugar.
Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously until the sugar has completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
Add the rice syrup and, if using, the vegan collagen powder to the mixture. Stir well to incorporate.
Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the vegan gummy candies until they are all coated with the syrup mixture.
Spread the candy mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, pressing it into a flat layer.
Sprinkle the citric acid evenly over the top of the candy layer.
Scatter the colored sprinkles or sparkling sugar over the candy mixture, pressing gently to help them adhere.
Allow the candy layer to cool completely at room temperature, about 1 hour.
Once cooled, break the candy sheet into small clusters or pieces using your hands.
Store the vegan nerd clusters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2624 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.7 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 168 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 598.0 g | 217% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 523.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 99 mg | 2% | |
*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.
