Peanut Butter Clusters Recipe

Satisfy your sweet and salty cravings with these ridiculously easy Peanut Butter Clusters! Inspired by a Simple & Delicious Magazine recipe (Dec 2008), these four-ingredient wonders are coated in rich chocolate and peanut butter, studded with crunchy potato chips and peanuts. Get ready for a flavor explosion that's unbelievably simple to make. Perfect for parties, gifts, or a quick afternoon snack!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 319.7 kcal

Protein 18g

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The Forktionary Kitchen Team

Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Peanut Butter Clusters

1 cup peanut butter chips
Milk Chocolate Chips
Dry Roasted Peanuts
1 cup coarsely crushed potato chips

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How to Make Peanut Butter Clusters

Melt 1 cup of peanut butter chips and 1 cup of chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until completely smooth and melted. (Tip: For a smoother melt, use a double boiler or microwave in shorter bursts, stirring frequently.)
Gently stir in 1/2 cup of salted peanuts and 1 cup of coarsely crushed potato chips.
Drop rounded tablespoons of the mixture onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cluster.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until completely firm.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

29g

Carbs

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation For Large Groups 5 Ingredients Or Less Desserts Easy Microwave Candy Chocolate Dietary High Protein High In Something Equipment Small Appliance Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peanut Butter Clusters?

Peanut Butter Clusters takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peanut Butter Clusters?

Peanut Butter Clusters has approximately 319.7 calories per serving, with about 18 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 33 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peanut Butter Clusters?

The key ingredients for Peanut Butter Clusters are Peanut Butter Chips, Milk Chocolate Chips, Dry Roasted Peanuts, Potato Chips. See the full list with measurements above.