Easy Peanut Coconut Protein Clusters
Easy is the name of the game with these delightful little snacks. With only 5 ingredients and a few minutes to put together they are a perfect last minute treat for any occasion. Loaded with healthy fats and have just the right amount of sweetness for a tasty treat that’s perfect for satisfying sweet and salty cravings! Packed with delicious flavors, and the perfect combination of creamy, fruity and crunchy. They taste like a like a dream, the perfect ‘to die for’ no bake treat.
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup white chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons peanut (or any other nut) butter
- 1/2 cup peanuts, roasted, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons coconut oil, divided
- 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or use a silicone baking mat. Set aside.Place white chocolate chips, peanut butter and 1 teaspoon coconut oil in medium size dish and microwave with 20 second bursts stirring between each one until mostly melted and smooth.Or use double boiler method - (pot of boiling water with a bowl resting on top) melt the chocolate chips and the coconut oil together.Once melted, add the peanuts and protein powder and stir until all the peanuts are coated.Spoon 6-8 small mounds of the cluster mixture onto the lined baking sheet.In a small microwave-safe bowl, add the dark chocolate chips and the ½ teaspoon of remaining coconut oil. Microwave in 15-second increments stirring in between until melted and smooth.Drizzle the melted chocolate over the peanut clusters.Freeze for 35-45 minutes until solid. Serve and enjoy!Store in a ziplock bag or airtight container in the freezer or refrigerator.This recipe makes a small batch, if you need more, just double or triple the recipe.