Almond Cluster recipe

Chocolate covered  nut day is here, so you know it’s going to be a great day ! This is one of my favorite candies and so easy to make

• 1/2 C mini milk chocolate chips
• 1/2 C dark chocolate chips
• 1 T Oil
• 1 C Almonds

• Place chocolate chips and shortening in small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at MEDIUM (50%) 1 minute; stir. If necessary, microwave at MEDIUM an additional 15 seconds at a time, stirring after each heating, until chips are melted and mixture is smooth when stirred. Stir in peanuts.
• 2. Drop by teaspoons into 1-inch diameter candy or petit four papers. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes. Store in tightly covered container in refrigerator. About 2 dozen candies.

Crock pot version:

• 36 oz of almonds
• 48 oz of good quality dark chocolate chip
• Flaky sea salt
• Roast almonds on parchment paper in the  oven.  On 350 degrees for about 10 min, Let cool
• Add chocolate chips and almonds and let melt for about 1 hour. Do not open to check.
• After melting, stir and drop on Wax paper and  then sprinkle with sea salt. Let harden. Before enjoying.

Cooking Tips :

• Be sure to spray with cooking spray before adding ingredients to keep from sticking to pot.