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To elevate the flavor profile of your Chocolate Bliss Crunchies, the addition of sea salt is essential. Timing is crucial when sprinkling the sea salt to achieve the perfect balance of sweet and savory. After you’ve poured the melted chocolate mixture over your crunchy base, allow it to sit for just a minute before sprinkling a generous pinch of flaky sea salt evenly across the top. This brief wait allows the chocolate to slightly set, ensuring that the salt adheres without dissolving completely.

Crunchy Chocolate Peanut Clusters

Discover the joy of making Chocolate Bliss Crunchies, a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-follow recipe combines rich chocolate, crunchy peanuts, and crispy rice cereal, all held together by fluffy marshmallows. Each bite offers a symphony of textures and flavors that evoke warm memories with family and friends. Perfect for gatherings, cozy nights, or just a sweet indulgence, these treats will surely become a beloved favorite. Try this recipe and create delicious memories today!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup milk chocolate chips

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

2 cups unsalted dry roasted peanuts

1 cup crispy rice cereal

1/2 cup mini marshmallows

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Sea salt for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions
 

Prepare Your Workspace: Line a large baking sheet or tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking. This will be where you drop your chocolate clusters.

    Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the milk chocolate chips and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth. Alternatively, you can melt the chocolate using a double boiler on the stovetop.

      Combine Ingredients: Once melted, remove the bowl from the microwave or heat. Stir in the vanilla extract, followed by the dry roasted peanuts and crispy rice cereal. Mix until everything is evenly coated with the melted chocolate.

        Add Mini Marshmallows: Gently fold in the mini marshmallows, being careful not to crush them. This will add a delightful chewy texture to the clusters.

          Form the Clusters: Using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the chocolate mixture onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet. Each cluster should be about the size of a golf ball.

            Sprinkle with Sea Salt: If desired, lightly sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the clusters for a sweet and salty contrast.

              Chill to Set: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes, or until the chocolate has fully set and the clusters are firm.

                Serve: Once set, remove the clusters from the refrigerator and allow them to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the delightful crunch and flavors!

                  Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Servings: About 24 clusters