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Salted Peanut Caramel Clusters

Close-up of salted peanut caramel clusters coated in chocolate, with gooey caramel and peanuts inside.
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These Salted Peanut Caramel Clusters combine roasted peanuts, chewy caramel, and smooth milk chocolate, topped with flaky sea salt for the perfect sweet and salty homemade candy.

Ingredients

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  • 11 ounces (311g) Kraft individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped (about 40 pieces)
  • 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons salted butter, sliced into pats
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups salted dry roasted peanuts
  • 3 cups (18 oz / 512g) milk chocolate candy wafer melts
  • 1–2 teaspoons flaky sea salt (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Line two baking sheets with parchment, waxed paper, or a Silpat mat and lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine unwrapped caramels and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until completely melted.
  3. Add sliced butter and vanilla to the caramel mixture and stir until smooth and fully combined.
  4. Stir in the peanuts until they are fully coated in the caramel.
  5. Let the mixture rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  6. Using a 1-tablespoon scoop, portion out mounds of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Refrigerate the clusters for 1 hour or until firm.
  8. Melt the chocolate candy wafers in a microwave-safe bowl, heating for 45 seconds, then in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  9. Dip each cluster into the melted chocolate using a fork, tapping off excess chocolate.
  10. Place clusters back on the baking sheet and sprinkle with flaky sea salt while chocolate is still wet.
  11. Allow to set completely before serving or storing.

Notes

  • Use waxed paper, Silpat, or parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  • Replace peanuts with cashews, almonds, pecans, or walnuts for variation.
  • Sprinkle sea salt immediately after dipping to ensure it sticks.
  • Double or triple the recipe for gifting or large batches.
  • Do not freeze to avoid chocolate bloom (white streaks).

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