Chocolate Toffee Cashew Clusters

These Chocolate Toffee Cashew Clusters are loaded with buttery toffee bits and crunchy salted cashews, all coated in rich, melted chocolate. This easy no-bake candy recipe comes together in minutes, making it perfect for holiday gifting, party trays, or anytime you need a quick sweet treat. Whip up a batch when you’re craving something salty, sweet, and irresistibly simple.

Easy Chocolate Toffee Cashew Clusters Recipe

I can’t imagine who wouldn’t love the combination of chocolate, toffee and nuts. During the holidays when I make goodies for friends and neighbors, this is one of the candies that I typically include. However, these candies are also fantastic for other special celebration days such as New Years, Valentine’s Day, Easter, birthdays or “just because” kinda days. We all have those occasionally, and these easy chocolate cashew clusters couldn’t be easier to make.

Checkout this quick list of ingredients you’ll need to make Chocolate Cashew Clusters: (Scroll down for the full printable recipe card.)

• Chocolate – Semi-sweet chocolate chips for the chocolaty flavor.
• Nuts – Roasted cashews give these nut clusters their signature flavor.
• Shortening – Solid vegetable shortening thins the chocolate for melting, is shelf stable and gives the candy clusters their shine.
• Garnish – Crunch English toffee bits (bits-o-brickle) for a buttery flavor and crunch.

How to Make the Best Chocolate Toffee Cashew Clusters Recipe

• Prepare Sheet Pans – Line 2 standard baking sheets with wax paper.
• Melt Chocolate and Vegetable Shortening – In a double boiler, melt together the chocolate chips and shortening. You can also melt the chocolate in the microwave on the 50% power, stir until completely smooth.  Cooking times can vary so repeat the process until completely melted.
• Add Cashews and Toffee Bits – Use a non-stick spatula to mix in the cashews and toffee bits. Stir until all of the nuts are covered.
• Divide the Candy Mixture – Use a Tbsp to drop clusters onto the wax paper at least 1-inch apart.
• Garnish – Sprinkle the tops with the remaining toffee bits while the chocolate is still wet.
• Let Set – Allow to sit at room temperature until set. You can refrigerate to speed up the process.

Kitchen Equipment to Make Chocolate Cashew Clusters Recipe

• A double boiler or large microwave safe bowl.
• Measuring cups.
• Rubber spatula.
• Sheet pan lined with wax paper.
• Small scoop or tablespoon for dividing the candy mixture.

Recipe Variations, Tips and Substitutions

• Vegetable Shortening – For this recipe, I like to use a small amount of vegetable shortening to thin the chocolate just a bit and give the clusters their shine when they dry. If you have an aversion to using shortening you could substitute with coconut oil, which will also stay solid at room temperature and can be used in its place in the same amount.
• Chocolate – You could use the same amount of dark chocolate chips, white chocolate, milk chocolate baking chips or a combination for this cashew clusters recipe.
• Toffee Bits – The toffee bits used in this recipe aren’t coated with chocolate. If you’re unable to find them you could use the chocolate coated version of Heath bits. You could also garnish these cashew clusters with flaky sea salt. 
• Nuts – This recipe could be adapted using peanut, walnuts or almonds.
• Use a Double Boiler or Large Bowl – You can melt the chocolate and shortening together in a microwave safe bowl or using a double boiler on the stovetop.
• Make Your Own Double Boiler – If you don’t have a double boiler, you can create one using a heat safe bowl fitted over a pot of simmering water. It’s important not to let the simmering water touch the bottom of the bowl.
• Gifting – These cashew clusters would make a thoughtful and delicious holiday treat for gifts. You could put them into a jar or cellophane bag and tie the top with a pretty ribbon for a great gift for friends, family and neighbors.  You can also arrange them in a festive candy tin with a note attached or pop them into the kids Easter baskets and Valentine’s Day treats. 

Storage and Leftovers

• Leftovers – Store Chocolate Toffee Cashew Clusters in the fridge or at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
• Freezer – You can freeze this candy for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator, bring to room temperature, and enjoy.

More Easy Candy Recipes to Make

• Sweet and Salty Candy Clusters are super simple to make.
• Light and billowy Southern Divinity Candy.
• Saltine Toffee with Pecans and Toffee Bits are a holiday favorite.
• No campfire needed for this Easy S’mores Candy Bark.
• Sea Salted Praline Pecan Clusters are made in the microwave.
• Caramel Toffee Cashew Clusters are made using caramel flavored baking chips.
• Homemade Caramels from Family Favorite Recipes.

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Helpful Kitchen Items:

• Sheet Pans
• Measuring Set
• Kitchen Utensils
• Silicone Baking Mats