Trail Mix Clusters

Name: Trail Mix Clusters
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 dozen.
Ingredients: 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips; 1/2 cup unsalted sunflower kernels; 1/2 cup salted pumpkin seeds or pepitas; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped cashews; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans; 1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut; 1/4 cup finely chopped dried apricots; 1/4 cup dried cranberries; 1/4 cup dried cherries or blueberries

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 25 min. + chilling YIELD: 4 dozen.

These delicious snacks make wonderful gifts, and although they look and taste like they came from an expensive chocolate shop, they couldn't be more guilt-free. The dried fruit and nuts are heart-healthy and full of fiber. Bet you can't eat just one! —Alina Niemi, Honolulu, Hawaii

Ingredients

2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup unsalted sunflower kernels
1/2 cup salted pumpkin seeds or pepitas
1/2 cup coarsely chopped cashews
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup finely chopped dried apricots
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup dried cherries or blueberries

Directions

1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Stir in the remaining ingredients.
2. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 79 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 26mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.

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