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This chocolate-covered peanuts recipe will make a great snack, a great Christmas gift, and overall perfect gift for any occasion.

You can find chocolate-covered peanuts in your local grocery store or online but they can get a little pricey. Not only do you get a delicious candy recipe but you can save money too!

Homemade bite-size chocolate candy is so convenient you can’t beat it!

I have been on a health journey that has brought me to this point in my life. I’m striving for self-sustainability. So being able to make my chocolate candy is fantastic!

If you have a big sweet tooth as I do, you need something sweet every day without compromising health. This is the best chocolate-covered peanuts recipe that is quick & does not make you feel guilty.

The best peanuts make great snacks, so let’s get into the recipe!

HOW TO MAKE CHOCOLATE-COVERED PEANUTS

Supplies

Double boiler set up or microwave

You can buy a double boiler if you like but you set up a saucepan on a stovetop with some water and a glass bowl on top to mimic a double boiler.

If you don’t use a double boiler a microwave is a great way to melt chocolate quickly. I’m sure you will be told not to do that..but

That’s what I do, and I have had no issues. All you have to do is be careful not to burn chocolate as it can be easily burned in the microwave. But no worries, it can be done!

Spoon

Any average size spoon will work since you are using it to mix and scoop up the chocolate candy mixture.

Cookie sheet or Parchment paper

Using parchment paper is the best thing you can use when making chocolate-covered peanuts because it is easy to separate the chocolate cluster and store them with the parchment paper itself.

Measuring spoon & Measuring cup

This is good to help you have an accuracy of your ingredient but it is not necessary because our recipes are very fluid. Try not to get so hung up on the number of things and have fun making the best chocolate-covered peanuts.

Ingredients

1 cup Raw Peanuts

Buying raw peanuts are the best type of peanuts to get since they d not have extra unnecessary ingredients added to them. They do not have to be salted but if you have any type of peanuts on hand you can most certainly use them for this recipe.

1/2 cup Chocolate chips or Chocolate bar

This recipe all starts with the selection of chocolate you pick, you can play around with all types of rich chocolate. Milk chocolate, white chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate, or rich dark chocolate ships be used.

I use best In class sugar-free chocolate chips but you can whatever chocolate chips or bar you have. If you are using a chocolate bar break it up into little pieces so it can melt better.

1 tbsp Coconut oil

Coconut oil is used to help melt your chocolate chips or chocolate bar. I love buying it because it is a good size container of coconut oil for a good price.

Pinch Himalayan pink salt

Himalayan pink salt brings out the delicious chocolatey taste of the chocolate covered peanuts. Buying bulk of Himalayan pink salt is helpful because I use it for my general cooking recipes. If you don’t have Himalayan pink salt you can use sea salt or whatever salt you have on hand.

Step-by-Step instructions

Pour 1 cup of peanuts into a bowl
Pour 1/2 cup of chocolate chips into a bowl and add 1 tbsp of coconut oil
Place the chocolate chips and coconut oil in the microwave for 30-40 seconds to melt them. You can also melt the chocolate chips with coconut oil in a double boiler.
After melting the chocolate add the peanuts to the melted chocolate and mix them up
Use a spoon to scoop up some of your chocolate peanut mixtures and place one scoop at a time on parchment paper or a cookie sheet then sprinkle salt on top
Place the peanut cluster in the freezer for 5 minutes and they should be ready to eat.

Tips for making Chocolate peanut clusters

After your candy has hardened in the freezer you can dip them in chocolate again to give them a double coat of chocolate.

Getting a cookie scooper is a great way to make your chocolate peanut clusters

Regardless of how you are melting your chocolate, make sure you stir the chocolate until it is completely smooth leaving no signs or clumps.

How to Store

Homemade chocolate peanuts melt very quickly so storing them in an airtight container in your refrigerator for at least 2 weeks or longer is an option. Make sure the chocolate covered peanuts have a seal to prevent odors from other things in your fridge that can damage your homemade candy.

For long-term storage store, your chocolate covered peanuts in an air-tight container in the freezer for up to 3 months

If you want to leave your homemade chocolate peanuts out on the counter store them in an air-tight container in a cool dark place. Avoid excessive heat or humid environments as they can not only melt your chocolate but spoil them quickly.

Chocolate covered Peanuts Christmas Gift Ideas

These homemade chocolate peanuts great gifts for Christmas since you can dress them up by sprinkling Christmas-colored sprinkles on them.

After you pick a festive Christmas parchment paper you can place it in a Christmas cardboard box, a plastic bag, or a glass jar.

Finish your yummy homemade Christmas gift with a bow or Christmas-colored string to make it presentable.

Who knows, maybe you can start a family tradition and make chocolate covered peanuts every Christmas holiday, would that be sweet?

Chocolate covered peanuts Best Sellers

Now if there is a point where you want to buy chocolate covered peanuts we got you covered! Below is a good chocolate covered peanut that is a reasonable price and ingredients.

FAQ

What kind of peanuts do I use?

When it comes to picking the type of peanuts, raw peanuts are best. Salted peanuts can be an option but they usually have inflammatory oils in them. Seasoned peanuts are not recommended because they will change the taste of your homemade candy as well as include unnecessary ingredients ad preservatives you don’t need.

What type of chocolate do I use?

Milk chocolate and dark chocolate are the best choices to use in this recipe. Milk chocolate tastes delicious and is usually easier to find if you buying chocolate chips. I stick with sugar-free because they have best-in-class ingredients and have 0 grams of sugar and taste great.

Both chocolates have the same ingredient as cocoa butter and sugar, but the difference is that dark chocolate has more cocoa solids. Dark chocolate is healthier chocolate because it has more flavonoids which protect your cells and have antioxidant properties.

The more cocoa solids the chocolate has the more flavonoids and low sugar content it has. According to Harvard, “Choose 70% dark chocolate or higher to obtain the most flavanols.

Though keep in mind that the higher the percentage of cocoa solids, the greater the bitter flavor.”

spoon scooping peanuts dipped in chocolate

What are peanuts covered in chocolate called?

Peanuts covered in chocolate are called clusters that are usually disk-shaped and contain a chocolate and peanut mixture that is bite-sized.

Are chocolate-covered peanuts healthy?

Chocolate covered peanuts can be healthy if you choose quality ingredients. By buying dark chocolate or regular chocolate that has no fillers in them and choosing peanuts that also have clean ingredients. You can learn more about clean ingredients in

Can chocolate covered peanuts be frozen?

Most definitely chocolate covered peanuts can be frozen and stored in the freezer for about 3 months.

How long do chocolate covered peanuts last?

Chocolate covered peanuts can last up to 3 months or maybe more if frozen, last, about 2 weeks in the fridge, and last at least 3 days on a countertop located that is cool and dark.

Why not buy chocolate covered peanuts?

There is nothing wrong with buying chocolate covered peanuts but it might cost you a pretty penny because they can get pricey high quality chocolate covered peanuts.

To save on cost and because it’s so easy to make homemade chocolate covered peanuts using this recipe.

How do you coat chocolate with peanuts?

You coat chocolate with peanuts by melting your chocolate of choice with coconut oil via a double boiling or microwave.

Are peanuts nuts?

Peanuts are not nuts, they are legumes. They are part of the bean family but do not grow like the typical bean because they grow underground to form their edible seed in a pod.