Sweet Treat: White Chocolate Pistachio Crunch

White Chocolate Pistachio Crunch
White Chocolate Pistachio Crunch

 Don’t feel like baking? Make a batch of this special dessert in less than 15 minutes.

2 (4 oz) bars white chocolate, chopped

1 cup Honey Nut Chex

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 cup chopped pistachios

1 teaspoon grated orange zest

Melt chocolate over a double boiler. Remove from heat and gently fold in Chex and cinnamon. Pour mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a Silpat baking mat. Using a spatula, spread in an even layer; sprinkle with orange zest and pistachios. Allow to set up* then break up into large chunks. To speed hardening, place in the fridge for 30 minutes

Makes about 15 pieces

Nutrition Info Per Piece – Calories: 103; Total Fat: 6 grams; Saturated Fat: 3 grams; Carbohydrates: 12 grams; Protein: 1 gram; Sodium: 36 milligram; Fiber: 0 grams

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