I mentioned on Wednesday that despite the cool weather we’ve been having, I’ve been all about summertime desserts. Well, these salted dark chocolate trail mix clusters are some of those summertime desserts that I’ve been testing.
I know that soon enough I won’t want to turn on my oven and heat up the house, so I’m getting prepared ahead of time. We can’t be without dessert!
Sweet and salty. Crunchy and creamy. Dark chocolate. What’s not to like?! These chocolate trail mix clusters consist of three ingredients and take hardly any time to make.
Just melt dark chocolate. Spread it in some small circles. Then just sprinkle on some trail mix and sea salt. I used an unsalted tropical mix because I like the flavors of the tropical fruit mixed with chocolate.
You could easily switch it up with whatever your favorite trail mix blend is if tropical fruit isn’t your thing.
Plus, they are small. Just two to three bites. So, when you need something sweet to get through a long day, you don’t have to go all in to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Set aside a few minutes this weekend to make a batch, and you’ll be ready to take on the next week!
- 1 C chopped dark chocolate
- ½ C unsalted tropical trail mix
- coarse sea salt
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Melt chocolate according to package instructions.
- Spread a heaping teaspoon of melted dark chocolate on prepared baking sheet and spread out using the back of a spoon to about the size of a quarter. Sprinkle with trail mix. Top with sea salt.
- Allow to harden and serve.
Cali @ Cali's Cuisine says
Delicious, delightful and delectable!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
I love these little chocolate trail mix bites. They are perfect for when I have a chocolate craving but only want a small treat!
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says
“Sweet and salty, crunchy and chocolate” You basically hit the nail right on the head there. These are everything I want…texture-y, chocolate-y and small..so I can eat more! 🙂 Pinned!
tanya says
Never be caught without dessert!!! I love these Jessica, not only are the visually appealing but I bet the flavors taste so good together! A wonderful treat!
Emily @ Life on Food says
What a great little treat for the summer. No to the oven for sure. And I love that these are transportable for all of our outings.
Ashley says
Oh I love this idea! The perfect little treat to satisfy a sweet craving! Have a great weekend friend!
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says
What a fun little snack or even a healthy alternative to dessert.
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
These are adorable and look like theyd be so fun to make! Who doesn’t love trail mix with a little extra mix to chocolate ratio? 🙂
Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel says
This is such a fun little snack idea!
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
Love how fun these little treats are! They are perfect to satisfy that sweet and salty craving!
Anne@ASaladForAllSeasons says
I love these Jessica! Trail mix is a great topper….love that salty sweet combo. And a perfect little bite! : )
Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat says
These trail mix clusters look like a really great snack! Perfect to grab and go, plus they have tons of chocolate! Perfect for a chocoholic like me!
Joanne says
I love having a few pieces of dark chocolate for a snack..but it would be even better with these fun toppings!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
I love these photos Jessica! And the dark chocolate, of course. We’ve been having cooler weather too, but I’m still dreaming of no-bake desserts!
Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says
SO CREATIVE! I love dark chocolate and salt and trail mix and just…all of this!