Chocolate Potato Chip Clusters (Two Ingredients)

Chocolate Potato Chip Clusters on candy paper.

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Chocolate Potato Chip Clusters (Two Ingredients)

These chocolate potato chip clusters are made with only two ingredients. This amazing treat is ready in less than an hour, including the refrigeration time. Perfect for all kinds of occasions and very versatile.

Prep Time15

Chilling time:30

Total Time45

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 69kcal

Author: Gabriela

Ingredients

2 cups (12 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped (or use the same amount of semi-sweet chocolate chips)
2 ⅔ cups coarsely crushed ridged potato chips

Optional:

½ teaspoon course or flaky salt

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Instructions

Melt the chocolate:

Microwave Method: Place the chopped chocolate (or chocolate chips) in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
Bain-Marie Method: Fill a saucepan with a small amount of water and bring to a simmer. Place a heatproof bowl on top of the saucepan, making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn't touch the water. Add the chopped chocolate (or chocolate chips) to the bowl and stir until melted and smooth.

Combine Chocolate and Potato Chips:

Pour the melted chocolate over the crushed potato chips in a large mixing bowl. Gently mix with a spoon until the potato chips are evenly coated with chocolate.

Form the Clusters:

Using a small ice cream scoop or a spoon, scoop out portions of the mixture. Place each scoop into mini cupcake baking papers or candy papers. Optional, sprinkle the top of clusters with coarse or flaky salt.

Refrigerate:

Place the clusters in the refrigerator and chill until they are set, about 1 hour. Serve.

Notes

For this recipe, ridged potato chips work best. The ridges provide extra texture and help the chocolate adhere better to the chips. Here are a few specific types you can consider:

Ridged or Ruffled Chips: These have a strong structure and great texture, perfect for holding the chocolate.
Kettle-Cooked Chips: These chips are thicker and crunchier, which can add an extra layer of texture to your clusters.
Lightly Salted Chips: If you prefer a slightly less salty flavor, opt for lightly salted varieties to balance the sweetness of the chocolate.

Avoid using thin or overly greasy chips, as they may not hold up as well, or mix evenly with the chocolate.

Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh.

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