Dark Chocolate Chili Pecan Clusters
Indulge in the holiday spirit with these chocolate chili pecan clusters—a delightful addition to your holiday cookie boxes and gatherings. Combining the rich sweetness of dark chocolate with a subtle kick from chili powder, these clusters are an easy, scrumptious treat that will leave everyone reaching for more.
Servings: 15 clusters
Ingredients
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1 1/4 cups chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut, optional
- 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt, optional
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Melt the Chocolate Using one of the methods below:
- Microwave method: Place the chocolate in a medium-sized glass bowl and microwave it in 20-second increments, stirring well between each spell, until it's melted and smooth.
- Double-boiler method: Place the chocolate in a medium-sized glass bowl that can rest on top of a pot without falling in. Fill the pot with a couple inches of water, place the bowl of chocolate over top, and bring the water to a boil. Use a spatula to constantly stir the chocolate until it's melted and smooth.
- When the chocolate is melted completely, add the chili powder and stir to combine.
- Pour the pecans into the bowl and stir until they're completely covered. Using a large spoon, spoon about 1 tablespoon-sized clumps onto the parchment paper.
- When all the clusters are on the sheet, dust with the optional shredded coconut and sea salt. Transfer the clusters to the freezer or refrigerator to set for 1 hour or overnight.
- Store in an airtight container on the counter for one week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
- Omit the shredded coconut - if you aren't a fan of coconut (or you just don't have any on hand), feel free to omit it. The recipe will still be really delicious!
- Add dried fruit - stir dried cranberries in with the pecans for a delicious sweet, tangy pop of flavor.
- Use a different nut - while the pecans here are absolute perfection, do know that you can make these with any nut (or even sunflower seeds!) you love. The recipe won't change one bit!
Nutrition
Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: 105mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 47IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 0.4mg