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Pecan Clusters

Craving a sweet treat that combines the perfect nutty crunch with chocolate and caramel goodness? Look no further than these Pecan Clusters! This easy recipe creates clusters that are unapologetically nutty, gooey, and perfectly sweet. With simple ingredients and less than 20 minutes of prep time, these little bites are sure to become your favorite treat to offer guests.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 20 minutes
Time to Firm Up (Approx) 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings 24
Calories 170kcal
Author Wendy Polisi

Ingredients

  • 2 cups pecans chopped
  • 2 cups caramel sauce or dulce de leche
  • 12 ounces milk chocolate

Instructions

  • Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
  • Place the pecans in a bowl, and add the dulce de lethe.  Stir to combine.
  • Drop the pecan mixture into clumps using two spoons.
  • Place the chocolate in a glass bowl.  Microwave for 1 minute.  Stir.  Continue to microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until fully melted.
  • Use a spoon to cover the caramel with chocolate.
  • Refrigerate until hardened, about 2 to 3 hours.  You can also freeze them.

Nutrition

Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 66mg | Potassium: 87mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 22IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg