Looking for an easy Christmas candy recipe that’s delicious and comes together quickly? These Christmas Clusters are a festive, no-bake treat that comes together in just minutes but looks like something straight off a holiday sweets table.
With creamy white chocolate, crunchy peanuts, and jewel-toned candied fruit, they’re as pretty as they are delicious. Perfect for gifting, cookie trays, or a quick holiday snack, these clusters will quickly become a Christmas tradition.
One of the best things about this recipe is how versatile it is when it comes to nuts. While salted peanuts add a classic sweet-and-salty crunch, you can easily swap them for your favorites. Try almonds for a slightly sweeter bite, pecans for a more traditional Christmas candy , or cashews for a creamy texture.
You can even use a mix of different nuts to create a variety of flavors in every cluster. This makes it easy to customize the recipe based on what you have on hand—or to please every nut lover at your holiday table.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick & Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes.
- Festive & Colorful: The candied fruit adds holiday cheer.
- Perfect for Sharing: Great for cookie exchanges or edible gifts.
Variations
- Swap peanuts for almonds, cashews, or pecans.
- Add shredded coconut for extra holiday flair.
- Drizzle with melted dark chocolate for a two-tone effect.
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Ingredients
- White chocolate chips
- Salted peanuts
- Mixed candied fruit (You could use just the candied cherries, but I like the mixed fruits that has red, green and yellow candied fruit)
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Stir in the peanuts and candied fruit until everything is evenly coated in chocolate.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Let the clusters set at room temperature until firm, or refrigerate for quicker results. I like to let them set in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes, so they set up quicker.
- Once hardened, store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge.
Easy Christmas Clusters Candy Recipe
Festive and easy, these Christmas Clusters are made with creamy white chocolate, candied fruit, and crunchy peanuts for the perfect holiday treat.
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 Cups of Salted Peanuts
- 1 Cup mixed Candied Fruit (chopped)
- 1 - 12oz bag of White Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Stir in the peanuts and candied fruit until everything is evenly coated in chocolate.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Let the clusters set at room temperature until firm, or refrigerate for quicker results. I like to let them set in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Once hardened, store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge.
These Christmas Clusters Candy are proof that holiday treats don’t have to be complicated to be special. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a colorful, crunchy, and sweet candy that’s perfect for parties, gifts, or simply enjoying with a cup of hot cocoa. Make a batch (or two!) this season, and spread a little extra holiday cheer with every bite.
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