Description

Delicious and easy-to-make Peanut Butter Pretzel Clusters combine crunchy pretzels, sweet medjool dates, and smooth peanut butter coated in rich semisweet chocolate. Perfect as a snack or a sweet treat, these no-bake clusters can optionally be decorated with Cadbury mini eggs to create festive nests.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

2 cups chopped pretzels
1 cup chopped medjool dates
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon coconut oil
1/2 cup creamy natural peanut butter
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For Garnish (Optional)

Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
Cadbury mini eggs, if you want to make nests

Instructions

Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside to keep clusters from sticking and for easy cleanup.
Melt Chocolate Mixture: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
Add Peanut Butter and Vanilla: Stir the creamy natural peanut butter and pure vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture until it is smooth and fully combined.
Mix in Pretzels and Dates: Fold the chopped pretzels and medjool dates into the chocolate and peanut butter mixture until all pieces are evenly coated.
Form Clusters: Drop spoonfuls (about 2 tablespoons each) of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring clusters do not touch. Sprinkle each cluster with flaky sea salt. For festive nests, gently press 3 Cadbury mini eggs on top of each cluster.
Set the Clusters: Refrigerate the baking sheet for 1 hour until the chocolate is firm. Alternatively, freeze for 20 to 30 minutes to speed up setting.
Store Properly: Once set, transfer clusters to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

Using creamy natural peanut butter helps achieve a smooth coating and pleasant texture.
Microwaving in short intervals prevents burning the chocolate.
Flaky sea salt enhances the flavor by balancing the sweetness.
For quicker preparation, freeze the clusters instead of refrigerating.
Clusters can be stored frozen; just allow them to thaw slightly before serving.
Optional Cadbury mini eggs add a festive touch but can be omitted for a simpler cluster.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: peanut butter pretzel clusters, no-bake snack, chocolate peanut butter treats, easy chocolate clusters, sweet and salty snack