Toffee Peanut Clusters are a simple and delicious sweet and salty treat perfect for holiday snacking or gifting. The combination of semi-sweet chocolate, butterscotch, crunchy peanuts, and buttery toffee bits creates an irresistible flavor and texture.
You’ll love these clusters because they are quick to make with just a few ingredients, require no baking, and deliver a perfect balance of smooth chocolate and crunchy nuts and toffee. They set up quickly in the fridge and store well for sharing or gifting.
Ingredients
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or shortening
- 2 cups roasted lightly salted peanuts
- 1 cup Heath toffee bits
Instructions
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Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Melt chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and vegetable oil/shortening together in a microwave-safe container. Heat on high for 30 seconds, stir, and repeat until smooth (2-3 minutes total).
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Quickly stir in peanuts and toffee bits until evenly coated.
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Drop spoonfuls of mixture onto the parchment paper, making clusters as large or small as you like.
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Refrigerate for 15 minutes until set.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated.
Tips for Success
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Stir frequently while melting chips to avoid burning.
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Use roasted salted peanuts for best sweet-salty balance.
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Work quickly to drop clusters before chocolate firms.
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Use a mini scoop for uniform cluster size.
Delicious Variations
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Substitute roasted peanuts with cashews or pecans.
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Add a sprinkle of sea salt or drizzle white chocolate after setting.
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Use dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor.
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Add dried cranberries or chopped pretzels for texture variety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these clusters dairy-free?
Yes, use dairy-free chocolate and shortening substitutes.
How long do they keep?
Store in airtight containers up to 2 weeks refrigerated or 1 month chilled.
Can I freeze Toffee Peanut Clusters?
Yes, freeze in airtight containers for several months; thaw before serving.
What if chocolate hardens before I finish?
Warm chocolate gently and stir to soften before continuing.
Can I use regular peanut butter instead of peanuts?
No, whole peanuts provide the characteristic crunch and flavor.
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Toffee Peanut Clusters
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 clusters 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Crunchy, sweet-and-salty no-bake treats made of roasted peanuts, buttery toffee bits, and melted semi-sweet chocolate and butterscotch chips. Perfect for holiday platters, parties, or gifting.
Ingredients
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup butterscotch chips
1 tbsp vegetable oil or shortening
2 cups roasted lightly salted peanuts
1 cup Heath toffee bits
Instructions
Prepare tray: Line a large baking sh
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Prepare tray: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
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Melt chips: Combine chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and oil in a microwave‑safe bowl. Heat at 30‑second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth (about 2–3 minutes total).
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Mix ingredients: Quickly stir in peanuts and toffee bits until evenly coated in melted chocolate mixture.
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Form clusters: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto prepared baking sheet, creating clusters of preferred size.
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Set: Refrigerate for about 15 minutes, or until firm.
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Store: Keep in airtight containers at room temperature or chilled.
eet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Melt chips: Combine chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and oil in microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between, until melted and smooth (about 2–3 minutes). Mix ingredients: Quickly stir in peanuts and toffee bits until evenly coated. Form clusters: Drop spoonfuls of mixture onto prepared sheet, forming clusters to preferred size. Set: Refrigerate about 15 minutes until firm. Store: Keep in airtight containers at room temperature or chilled.
Notes
Stir frequently when melting to prevent scorching.
Use salted roasted peanuts for sweet-salty balance.
Work quickly as melted chocolate sets fast.
Use mini cookie scoop for uniform clusters.
Store refrigerated up to 2 weeks or freeze longer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Candy
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cluster (1/24 recipe)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 85
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
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