For those times when you need a little chocolate fix, try this recipe for Dark Chocolate Nut Clusters!

The three simple ingredients in this Dark Chocolate Nut Clusters recipe provide some health benefits…research tells us that dark chocolate provides antioxidants, nuts provide heart-healthy oils, and fruit provides fiber. When eaten in moderation, this recipe for Dark Chocolate Nut Clusters can add a delicious treat to your day. Enjoy!

 

Dark Chocolate Nut Clusters

Ingredients:

1 4-ounce bar of dark chocolate

2 cups mixed nuts or a combination of your favorites

1 cup dried cherries or your favorite dried fruit

Method:

Break the chocolate bar into pieces and place it in a microwave-safe bowl; place the bowl into the microwave. Melt chocolate in the microwave for approximately 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds or until melted and smooth. Add the nuts and fruit of choice to the bowl and stir until all pieces are evenly coated. Drop bite-sized mounds onto parchment or wax paper-lined baking sheet using a teaspoon. Place the baking sheet in a refrigerator to chill for 10 minutes, allowing the chocolate to harden.