It’s one of those treats that you can actually feel good about enjoying, and they are also super easy to make! The combination of chocolate and coconut is a classic one, and in this tasty recipe, it’s also very simple. You coat large coconut flakes with melted dark chocolate, divide the mixture between paper liners, then allow it to set. If you enjoy the combination of coconut and chocolate, I think you will love this recipe. And it’s one of those treats that you can actually feel good about enjoying - in moderation, of course. 🙂
Ingredients
You’ll only need three simple ingredients to make these tasty coconut clusters. The exact measurements are included in the recipe card below. Here’s an overview of what you’ll need: Sweetener: I use stevia glycerite. You can use your favorite sweetener. Coconut oil: I add it to the melted chocolate to keep it from being too brittle after it sets. Ghee or butter will also work, but I do like the added flavor from the coconut oil. Unsweetened coconut flakes: These are the large flakes, not tiny shredded coconut. I use shredded coconut to make coconut haystacks. A similar concept to clusters, but not exactly the same.
Instructions
How to make coconut clusters? It’s so easy! Scroll down to the recipe card for detailed instructions. Here are the basic steps: Your first step is to melt the chocolate. You can do it in the microwave. To avoid burning the chocolate, do it in 30-second sessions and stir after each session. Next, stir the coconut oil and sweetener into the melted chocolate until smooth. Now, the coconut flakes into the chocolate mixture. You can use a rubber spatula or a spoon. Your final step is to spoon the mixture into paper liners and refrigerate it until set.
Expert tip
If you don’t mind the slight bitterness of extra-dark chocolate, or if you use sweeter chocolate, you might not need to add a sweetener at all.
Frequently asked questions
Variations
I love this recipe as is and almost always make it as written. But in case you’d like to vary the basic recipe, here are a few ideas for you:
Use melted unsalted butter instead of coconut oil.Use any chocolate you like and enjoy, keeping in mind that the nutrition info will change.It’s fine to use shredded unsweetened coconut, but then you’ll actually be making coconut haystacks.You can add ½ teaspoon vanilla extract to the melted chocolate.Some people enjoy adding a pinch of cinnamon to the melted chocolate mixture. I’m not one of them, but you could try and see if you like it.
Storing leftovers
You can keep these clusters in an airtight container at room temperature. I’m not sure how long they last, because the longest I’ve had them last in this house was three days. 😀 But my assumption is that they should keep for up to 5 days.
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