White Chocolate Caramel Cashew Clusters Recipe
Delightful White Chocolate Caramel Cashew Clusters featuring crunchy cashews coated with sweet caramel and creamy white chocolate, finished with a sprinkle of sea salt for the perfect balance of flavors. These no-bake clusters are easy to make and perfect for gifting or snacking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 35 clusters 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Cashews
- 2 and 1/2 cups (375g) cashew halves
Caramel
- 30 caramel squares, unwrapped (I like Kraft caramels)
- 1/3 cup (80g) heavy cream
Chocolate & Topping
- 8 ounces (226g) white chocolate, coarsely chopped
- Sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the baking sheets: Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to ensure the clusters don’t stick.
- Form clusters: Arrange 35 clusters of cashews spaced 1-2 inches apart on the prepared sheets, using about 11-12 cashew halves per cluster. Set aside a couple extra cashew halves to crush later for topping.
- Make the caramel: Place caramel squares in a medium microwave-safe bowl and pour the heavy cream on top. Microwave for 3 minutes total, stirring every 20 seconds to prevent scorching. If caramel is too thick, stir in 1-2 additional tablespoons of cream. Spoon 2 teaspoons of warm caramel onto the center of each cashew cluster. Set aside while melting the chocolate.
- Melt the white chocolate: Using a microwave or double boiler, melt the white chocolate until smooth, stirring every 20 seconds if microwaving. Carefully spoon melted chocolate over each cluster, then sprinkle crushed cashews and a pinch of sea salt on top for flavor contrast.
- Set and store: Refrigerate the clusters for 30 minutes until the chocolate is fully set. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Stir frequently when melting caramel to avoid burning and achieve a smooth consistency.
- Adjust the amount of cream added to caramel based on desired thickness.
- Crushing extra cashews adds texture and visual appeal when sprinkled on top.
- Refrigerate clusters to ensure chocolate sets firmly for optimal taste and texture.
- Store clusters in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Keywords: white chocolate, caramel, cashew clusters, no bake, easy dessert, sweet snack
