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No-Bake Mint Chocolate Chip Clusters

Delicious bite-sized clusters of chocolate mixed with refreshing mint and crunchy treats, perfect for quick snacking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 clusters
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chocolate and Flavoring
  • 12 ounces good quality chocolate chips or chopped bars Dark, semisweet, or milk chocolate based on preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon mint extract Adjust to taste.
  • pinch fine salt Optional, enhances flavor.
Mix-ins
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips For pockets of chocolate.
  • 2 to 2.5 cups crunchy mix-ins (e.g., crispy rice cereal, chopped toasted almonds, crushed chocolate wafer cookies) Customize as desired.
Additional Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon neutral oil or butter Optional for smoother melt.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Chill the baking sheet in the fridge for faster setting.
Melting Chocolate
  1. Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, stirring every 20 to 30 seconds until smooth.
  2. If using, add the oil or butter to the melted chocolate for a glossy finish.
Mixing Ingredients
  1. Stir in the mint extract and a pinch of salt, then taste and adjust mint as needed.
  2. Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips and chosen mix-ins without crushing them.
Scoop and Chill
  1. Use a cookie scoop or two spoons to drop small clusters onto the prepared baking sheet.
  2. Refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes until set.
Serving
  1. Serve cold or allow to sit at room temperature for a softer bite.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, separated by parchment for layers. Freeze for up to 2 months. Let sit at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes to soften if too hard.