African Coconut Clusters

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 5

Crunchy African Coconut Clusters to snack on

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Very Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

219

Sugar

18g

Fat

10g

African Coconut Clusters, also known as Chocolate Oat Clusters, are a quick and easy snack that originated in South Africa. They are typically made with oats, coconut, sugar, cocoa, and margarine, and often include chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans. They are a crunchy and satisfying alternative to traditional store-bought snacks and are perfect to munch on while on the go or as a treat to reward yourself after a long day.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, combine the milk, cocoa powder, sugar, and margarine, and cook over medium heat until everything is melted and mixed well.
2.	Remove from heat, and stir in the oats, vanilla flavoring, shredded coconut, and chopped walnuts, if using, until everything is well combined.
3.	Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, and let them cool for at least 30 minutes or until they are firm and crunchy.

PROS

These African Coconut Clusters are a delicious and healthy snack that can be made quickly and with minimal effort.

They are crunchy, chocolaty, and packed with protein and fiber.

CONS

These nuggets are high in sugar, and therefore should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

If you have nut allergies, you should omit the walnuts from the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These African Coconut Clusters are a good source of protein, fiber, and iron, which help maintain healthy muscles, bones, and blood.
Oats and walnuts, two of the main ingredients, are known to lower cholesterol, prevent heart disease, and promote gut health. Also, cocoa has been found to be a rich source of antioxidants and flavonoids that reduce oxidative stress and inflammation in the body.

	1/2 cup milk
	1/2 cup cocoa powder
	2 cups sugar ( I only use 1 cup )
	1/2 cup margarine ( I used light margarine )
	3 cups oats
	1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
	1 cup shredded coconut
	1/2 cup chopped walnuts ( optional )