Cherry Chocolate Clusters

Papzpunk's Note:

Easy no-bake cookes are crunchy, chewy and chocolatey all at once. Any chopped dried fruit can be used! WARNING CHOCOLATE LOVERS, THESE ARE VERY ADDICTIVE!!!!!!

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 5 DOZEN

• 1 lb cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies (such as oreos)
• ½ cup butter
• 3 tablespoons light corn syrup
• 11 ½ ounces dark chocolate chips
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• 1 cup chopped dried dates
• 30 candied cherries , cut in half

Directions:

1. Line baking sheet or large flat platter with parchment or waxed paper.
2. Place chocolate cookies in zip closed plastic bag and use rolling pin to crush them into small crumbs (or chopper). Set aside.
3. In large microwave-bowl combine butter, corn syrup and chocolate chips. Microwave for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, stopping every 20 to 30 seconds to stir, until melted and smooth. Stir in cranberries and dates, then mix in crushed cookies.
4. Use a spoon or melon baller to scoop out 1 tablespoon balls of the mixture. Set them directly onto prepared baking sheet or into mini foil baking cups. Top each ball with half of candied cherry.
5. Cover and store in refrigerator.