Peanut Clusters Chocolate Cookie Food

CHOCOLATE PEANUT CLUSTERS

Steps:

• Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
• Add chocolate to a large microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high in 20-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until melted and smooth.
• Set the melted chocolate aside to cool slightly (about 3 minutes).
• Fold the roasted peanuts into the melted chocolate. Mix until fully coated.
• Drop 1 spoonful of the mixture onto the lined sheet. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
• Refrigerate at least 20 minutes, or until set.
• Refrigerate the chocolate peanut clusters in an airtight container for up to 1 month.

CHOCOLATE PEANUT CLUSTERS

Steps:

• In a heavy saucepan over low heat, cook and stir candy coating and chips until melted and smooth. Cool for 10 minutes; stir in peanuts., Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm, about 45 minutes.

CHOCOLATE PEANUT CLUSTERS

Steps:

• Place both chips and shortening in small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at High 1 to 1 1/2 minutes or until chips are melted and mixture is smooth when stirred.
• Stir in peanuts.
• Drop by teaspoons into 1-inch diameter candy or petit four papers. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes. Store tightly covered in refrigerator.

CHOCOLATY PEANUT CLUSTERS

Steps:

• In a 6-qt. slow cooker, combine peanuts. Layer with the remaining ingredients in order given (do not stir). Cover and cook on low for 2-2-1/2 hours or until chips are melted, stirring halfway through cooking. , Stir to combine. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper. Refrigerate until set. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.