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Polar Bear Paws

These delicious clusters combine rich caramel and crunchy peanuts, coated in creamy vanilla almond bark, making them a perfect family treat for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 18 clusters
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 bag (11 ounces) caramel bits For that gooey, rich caramel flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter This ensures a silky smooth melting process. Use room temperature butter for easy mixing!
  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream Adds extra richness and helps soften the caramel.
  • 1 ½ cups dry roasted peanuts, salted The perfect crunchy contrast to the sweetness.
  • 16 ounces vanilla almond bark This will coat your clusters with creamy goodness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
Melting the Caramel
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the caramel bits, butter, and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between each time until the mixture is completely melted and smooth—this will take about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Be careful not to overheat; burnt caramel is a no-no!
Mixing Ingredients
  1. Stir 1 ½ cups of dry roasted peanuts into the melted caramel until they are fully coated.
Forming Clusters
  1. Using a spoon, drop clusters of the caramel peanut mixture onto the lined baking sheet, aiming for the size of a golf ball.
Chilling
  1. Place the baking sheet in the fridge and chill for 30 minutes to firm up the clusters.
Melting the Almond Bark
  1. While the clusters are chilling, melt the vanilla almond bark in the microwave using the same method—30 seconds and stir until smooth.
Coating
  1. Once the clusters are firm, dip each one into the melted almond bark, ensuring they are fully covered. Place them back on the baking sheet.
Setting
  1. Allow the clusters to set at room temperature or place them in the fridge for about 15 minutes for faster results.
Storage
  1. Store your Polar Bear Paws in an airtight container.

Notes

These treats store beautifully in an airtight container for up to two weeks and can be frozen for up to 3 months. Consider adding a pinch of sea salt on top before the chocolate sets for an irresistible salty-sweet blend!