Keto Sea Salt Chocolate Almond Clusters

Sea salt chocolate almond clusters are a delectable keto treat made by coating crunchy roasted almonds in rich, sugar-free dark chocolate and finishing with a light sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Gentle melting keeps the chocolate smooth and glossy, while chilling creates a clean snap that contrasts with the big crunch of the nuts. Each bite offers a perfectly balanced mix of sweet, salty, and toasty flavors without the sugar crash, making these clusters an ideal low-carb dessert or snack for satisfying chocolate cravings.

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American, Keto

Keyword almond clusters, keto chocolate, low carb dessert, sea salt chocolate, sugar free chocolate

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Total Time 35

Servings clusters

Calories 110kcal

Equipment

baking sheet
Parchment Paper
Mixing bowl
Small Saucepan
Heatproof bowl
spoon
measuring cups and spoons
refrigerator

Ingredients

For the chocolate almond clusters

1 cup raw whole almonds
3/4 cup sugar free dark chocolate chips at least 70 percent cocoa
1 tablespoon coconut oil refined or unrefined
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract optional
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
1/8 teaspoon espresso powder optional, enhances chocolate flavor
1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt plus more to taste for topping

Optional add-ins

2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut optional, for extra texture

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Spread the almonds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast in the oven until fragrant and lightly toasted, about 7 to 8 minutes, then let them cool slightly.
Fill a small saucepan with a few inches of water and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium low heat.
Add the sugar free dark chocolate chips and coconut oil to a heatproof bowl and set it over the saucepan, making sure the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water.
Stir the chocolate mixture frequently until it is fully melted, smooth, and glossy, then remove the bowl from the heat.
Stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and espresso powder if using, along with the flaky sea salt, until evenly combined.
Add the roasted almonds and unsweetened shredded coconut if using to the melted chocolate and stir until every piece is well coated.
Line the baking sheet with a fresh piece of parchment paper, then use a spoon to drop small mounds of the chocolate coated almond mixture onto the parchment to form about twelve clusters.
Sprinkle the tops of the clusters lightly with a pinch of additional flaky sea salt while the chocolate is still soft.
Transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator and chill the clusters until the chocolate is firm and set, about 15 to 20 minutes.
Serve the clusters straight from the refrigerator for the best snap and crunch, and store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.

Notes

For the lowest carbs, choose sugar free dark chocolate chips sweetened with erythritol, stevia, or monk fruit and with at least 70 percent cocoa content. If you prefer a stronger salty contrast, sprinkle a very small extra pinch of flaky sea salt on each cluster but avoid oversalting, as the flavor concentrates once chilled. You can swap part or all of the almonds for pecans or macadamias to change the texture while keeping the recipe keto friendly. To prevent the chocolate from seizing, keep all utensils and the bowl completely dry and melt the chocolate gently over low heat rather than letting the water simmer vigorously.

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