Description
These No-Bake White Chocolate Cranberry Oat Clusters are a delicious and easy-to-make snack that combines the sweetness of white chocolate with the tartness of dried cranberries, all bound together with creamy nut butter and honey. Perfect for a quick energy boost or a healthy treat, these clusters require no baking and come together in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter or almond butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melting the Chocolate Mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips, honey, and peanut butter. Microwave the mixture in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Adding Flavor: Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to the melted mixture, ensuring an even flavor distribution.
- Combining Dry Ingredients: Add the rolled oats and dried cranberries into the chocolate mixture. Stir thoroughly to coat the oats and cranberries evenly with the creamy mixture.
- Forming Clusters: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the oat mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Shape each drop into small clusters as you go.
- Chilling: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill the clusters for at least 1 hour to allow them to firm up properly.
- Storage: Once firm, transfer the clusters into an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator to keep fresh.
Notes
- You can substitute almond butter for peanut butter for a different flavor or to accommodate allergies.
- Maple syrup can be used as a vegan alternative to honey.
- For extra texture, consider adding chopped nuts or seeds to the clusters.
- Make sure to refrigerate the clusters well to maintain their shape and firmness.
- These clusters are perfect for grab-and-go snacks and can be stored in the fridge for up to one week.
