What kind of dark chocolate should I use for these clusters?

The recipe suggests using refined sugar-free/vegan dark chocolate or a good quality 90% dark chocolate for the best results.

Do I need to chop all the nuts and seeds before mixing?

Yes, the pumpkin seeds, pecan nuts, and roasted almonds should be roughly chopped, while sunflower seeds can be added whole.

How long do the chocolate nut seed clusters need to set?

The clusters require at least 1 hour in the freezer to fully set and become firm.

What is the best way to store these vegan clusters?

Once set, remove them from the tray and store them in an airtight container in the freezer.

Can I customize the nuts and seeds in this recipe?

The recipe uses sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, pecans, and roasted almonds, but you can substitute with other preferred nuts or seeds, keeping the total quantity similar.

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Chocolate Nut Seed Clusters
[Vegan]

TF By: Taryn Fitz-Gerald

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Close-up of irregular vegan chocolate nut seed clusters, featuring visible pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, pecan pieces, and chopped almonds, served on a white plate.

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Ingredients You Need for Chocolate Nut Seed Clusters [Vegan]

2 cups Dark Chocolate - preferably refined sugar free/vegan or a good quality 90% dark
1/2 Cup Sunflower Seeds
1/2 Cup Pumpkin Seeds - roughly chopped
1/2 Cup Pecan Nuts - roughly chopped
1/2 Cup Roasted Almonds - roughly chopped (Keep some aside for decorating)
Pinch of Sea Salt
Stevia/Agave/Sweetener of your choice - Optional

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How to Prepare Chocolate Nut Seed Clusters [Vegan]

Roughly chop the nuts and seeds and place them into a big mixing bowl. Add the pinch of salt and sweetener (optional)
Using the bain-marie method, gradually melt the chocolate.
When fully melted, add the chocolate to the nuts and seeds and stir until all are evenly coated.
On a lined baking tray, spoon the mixture into equal clusters ensuring none are toughing each other
Sprinkle over the kept aside chopped roasted almonds
Set in the freezer for at least 1 hour
Once set remove from tray and store in an airtight container in the freezer