These coconut clusters are the ultimate keto dessert made with just 2 ingredients- coconut and chocolate! Made with NO sugar, they are easily customizable and ready in just FIVE minutes!
During the festive season, I love making homemade candy and treats for my friends and family.
Over the past few years, I’ve created a tradition with gifting those closest to me with homemade treats of the sweet variety. In the past, I’ve made all the classics, including peppermint bark, peanut brittle, and Almond Roca. To add some variety, I’m adding some clusters to the mix.
One of the more popular candies in America is coconut rough, or, as they are more commonly known as coconut clusters. This candy is a combination of chocolate, butter, coconut, and chopped nuts and is extremely popular during Christmas. While incredibly moreish and delicious, they are typically packed with sugar and excess butter.
This coconut clusters recipe is a little different. No sugar, no butter, and no oil needed, but you’d never tell. Is the ultimate quick and easy dessert that requires just TWO ingredients. All you need is melted chocolate and shredded coconut, and nothing else. The texture is light, chewy, and with a very subtle crunch. They have that delicious chocolate and coconut taste that reminds me of a Bounty bar!
What I love about this recipe is how even those who don’t follow a low carb diet can enjoy them. They don’t taste any different from traditional coconut clusters. I love bringing these and some chocolate bark to all my holiday parties and events- they barely last five minutes!
Start by melting your chocolate either in the microwave or stovetop. Once melted, fold through the coconut flakes until combined. Using an ice cream scoop, scoop out portions of the mixture onto a lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for an hour, or until they have firmed up. Sprinkle with salt and serve.
While store bought clusters use plenty of butter and sugar, these homemade ones have none of that. They use sugar free chocolate and unsweetened coconut flakes. They are full of healthy fats and fiber, and a healthier alternative.
These coconut keto clusters are suitable for those following a vegan diet, as the chocolate used has no dairy in it.
Unsweetened coconut and coconut flakes are keto friendly. They are full of healthy fats and have very few net carbs.
Serving: 1cluster | Calories: 121kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Sodium: 72mg | Potassium: 25mg | Fiber: 3g | Vitamin A: 40IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg | NET CARBS: 3g
Published at Tue, 07 Dec 2021 09:00:00 +0000