Looking for a delicious holiday treat that’s easy to make and perfect for sharing? Try these festive chocolate clusters! They’re crunchy, sweet, and oh-so-satisfying. 
### **Ingredients:**
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2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips– 
1 cup white chocolate chips (optional for drizzling)
1 cup white chocolate chips (optional for drizzling)– 
2 cups mixed nuts (almonds, peanuts, cashews)
2 cups mixed nuts (almonds, peanuts, cashews)– 
1 cup dried cranberries or raisins
1 cup dried cranberries or raisins– 
1 cup mini marshmallows
1 cup mini marshmallows– Holiday-themed sprinkles for decoration
Holiday-themed sprinkles for decoration### **Instructions:**
**1. Melt the Chocolate:**
– In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth.– If using white chocolate for drizzling, melt in a separate bowl using the same method.
If using white chocolate for drizzling, melt in a separate bowl using the same method.**2. Prepare the Mix-Ins:**
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed nuts, dried cranberries or raisins, and mini marshmallows.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed nuts, dried cranberries or raisins, and mini marshmallows.– Pour the melted semi-sweet chocolate over the mix-ins and stir until everything is well coated.
Pour the melted semi-sweet chocolate over the mix-ins and stir until everything is well coated.**3. Form the Clusters:**
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.– 
Drop spoonfuls of the chocolate mixture onto the parchment paper, forming small clusters.
Drop spoonfuls of the chocolate mixture onto the parchment paper, forming small clusters.– If using white chocolate, drizzle it over the clusters for a decorative touch.
If using white chocolate, drizzle it over the clusters for a decorative touch.**4. Decorate and Set:**
– While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle the clusters with holiday-themed sprinkles.
While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle the clusters with holiday-themed sprinkles.– 
Allow the clusters to set at room temperature or place them in the refrigerator for quicker setting.
Allow the clusters to set at room temperature or place them in the refrigerator for quicker setting.**5. Serve and Enjoy:**
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Once fully set, transfer the clusters to a serving dish or package them in festive containers for gift-giving.
Once fully set, transfer the clusters to a serving dish or package them in festive containers for gift-giving.– 
Enjoy these sweet and crunchy treats with family and friends during the holiday season!
Enjoy these sweet and crunchy treats with family and friends during the holiday season!### **Tips and Variations:**
– **Different Nuts and Fruits:** Try different combinations of nuts and dried fruits to find your favorite mix.
**Different Nuts and Fruits:** Try different combinations of nuts and dried fruits to find your favorite mix.– 
**Add-Ins:** Add shredded coconut, pretzel pieces, or crushed candy canes for extra flavor and texture.
**Add-Ins:** Add shredded coconut, pretzel pieces, or crushed candy canes for extra flavor and texture.– **Dark Chocolate:** Use dark chocolate chips for a richer, more intense chocolate flavor.
**Dark Chocolate:** Use dark chocolate chips for a richer, more intense chocolate flavor.Spread the holiday cheer with these easy and delicious chocolate clusters! 
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