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Cheerio Clusters

By Elizabeth LaBau, About.com

(C)2007 Elizabeth LaBau, licensed to About.com
Cheerio Clusters have an intense chocolate flavor due to the combination of 3 different chocolates. The cereal and nuts give the candy a light, wholesome crunch.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate
  • 3 ounces (1/2 cup) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 5 (3/4 cup) ounces white chocolate chips, plus extra for decorating
  • 1.5 cups Cheerios cereal
  • 1/2 cup roasted peanuts

Preparation:

1. Combine the unsweetened chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate, and white chocolate in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until the chocolate is melted, stirring after every minute.

2. Once the chocolate is melted, smooth, and a uniform texture, stir in the cheerios and peanuts. Stir until the cereal and nuts are well-coated.

3. Drop small teaspoonfuls of candy onto a foil-lined baking sheet, or directly into paper candy cups. While the chocolate is still wet, decorate the top of each cluster with a single white chocolate chip, if desired.

4. Refrigerate the candies until the chocolate is completely set. Store the candies in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Makes approximately 2 dozen clusters.

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