Chocolate Nut Clusters with Fleur de Sel
These little chocolate nut clusters with almonds and walnuts are the perfect treat for the festive season. Dark chocolate with 85 to 90 percent cocoa wraps around crunchy roasted nuts, while a topping of toasted sesame and fleur de sel brings together a tempting mix of sweet, nutty and salty. They come together in no time, need barely any ingredients and make a lovely homemade gift. Give them a try and enjoy.
Ingredients
- 6 almonds
- 6 walnuts
- 50 g dark chocolate (85-90% cocoa)
- 0.25 tsp ground vanilla
- 10 g sesame seeds, toasted; or toast in a dry pan over medium heat, stirring constantly until golden, then tip out of the pan straight away
- fleur de sel, a little, for sprinkling
The ingredient amounts above scale with your choice. The value per serving stays the same, while the total in the pot grows with the number of servings.
All nutrition values side by side
| Nutrient | per serving (estimate) | Total for 2 Servings |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal | 360 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g | 12 g |
| Protein | 4 g | 8 g |
| Fat | 15 g | 30 g |
| Fibre | 3 g | 6 g |
| of which sugar | 2 g | 4 g |
How this is calculated
Target amount = ingredient amount × target servings ÷ base servings. The result is then rounded for kitchen use: from 100 g or ml to the nearest 5, between 1 and 99 to the nearest 1, pieces and spoons to half units, amounts below one unit to quarters, thirds or halves. Teaspoons and tablespoons also go down to an eighth, kilograms and litres stay finer.
Total = value per serving × target servings. The value per serving is unchanged, because ingredient amount and serving count change by the same factor.
Sources
- Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 (FIC), Art. 32 and 33: nutrition values per 100 g or 100 ml, additionally allowed per portion.
- European Commission, Guidance document for competent authorities for the control of compliance with EU food law, setting of tolerances for nutrient values declared on a label, December 2012.
Nutrition values are estimates from the recipe record, not laboratory results. Even for checked labels the EU sets tolerances: for fat, protein and carbohydrates 20 percent in the range of 10 to 40 g per 100 g, and 2 g per 100 g below that. Home cooking varies more, because variety, size and cooking loss of the ingredients differ. Kitchen rounding also shifts the total slightly against the plain rule of three. Anyone who has to keep amounts exact for medical reasons, for example during a nutrition therapy prescribed by a doctor, should discuss them with a doctor or a registered dietitian. Your serving count is calculated in your browser only, it is neither stored nor transmitted.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 170C (fan 150C). Spread the almonds and walnuts on a lined baking tray and roast for about 10 minutes. Take them out and let them cool completely.
- Melt the dark chocolate in a bain-marie over low heat. Tip: bring a little water to a gentle simmer in a saucepan, set a small heatproof bowl on top and let the chocolate melt in it. Keep the heat low, as chocolate shouldn't get too hot.
- Stir the ground vanilla into the melted chocolate.
- Turn the cooled nuts one at a time in the liquid chocolate and lift them onto a fresh piece of baking paper with a fork.
- Sprinkle the clusters straight away with toasted sesame seeds and a small pinch of fleur de sel.
- Let the chocolate set at room temperature. Your chocolate nut clusters are ready.
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Nutrition facts per serving (estimate)
| Calories | 180 kcal |
|---|---|
| Carbohydrates | 6 g |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fibre | 3 g |
| of which sugar | 2 g |
Frequently asked questions
Are these chocolate clusters low in carbs?
With dark chocolate at 85 to 90 percent cocoa and no added sugar, these clusters are naturally low in carbohydrates. Exact values depend on the brands you use.
How long do the chocolate clusters keep?
Stored in a sealed tin in a cool, dry place, they'll keep for about 1 to 2 weeks.
Can I use other nuts?
Yes, the clusters work just as well with flaked almonds, hazelnuts or any other nuts you like.
Do I need a bain-marie?
No. You can rig up a simple one yourself: just simmer a little water in a saucepan and set a small bowl on top to melt the chocolate.
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