Macadamia-Coconut Candy Clusters

Total Time

Prep: 25 min. + standing

Makes

2 dozen

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023
These are super easy to make. They are ideal for bake sales, teacher gifts or candy platters. They are a nice change from milk or dark chocolate clusters. —Lori Bondurant, Paducah, Kentucky
Macadamia-Coconut Candy Clusters Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 1 package (10 to 12 ounces) white baking chips
  • 2 teaspoons shortening
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
  • 1/2 cup crisp rice cereal
  • 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts, toasted

Directions

  1. In a microwave, melt baking chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Add the coconut, cereal and nuts.
  2. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper; let stand until set. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 108 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 34mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.