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Low-Carb Milk Chocolate Sunflower Seed Clusters

Net Carbs:1.6g
Published:12/28/21Updated:01/29/22
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Milk Chocolate Sunflower Seed Clusters – sunflower seeds covered in creamy milk chocolate are pure bliss! The sweet and salty combination is the perfect after-dinner addition to any low-carb meal. Top them off with an extra sprinkle of flakey sea salt for an exquisite keto-friendly candy that’s sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them! The best parts? They require only 3 ingredients and can be made and served in just 30 minutes!

Side/close-up shot of the Chocolate Sunflower Seed Clusters stacked and lined in a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Chocolate keto candy recipe

Who doesn’t love delicious chocolate candy? These keto milk chocolate sunflower seed clusters are melt-in-your-mouth amazing! They’re low-carb and keto-friendly with only 1.6 grams of net carbs per serving, so you can happily enjoy a few clusters.

These crunchy chocolate clusters are ready to enjoy in only 30 minutes.

They’re so good that you’ll forget about those high-carb sweets made from sugar or corn syrup altogether. What makes this chocolate keto candy even more appealing is the fact it requires just three ingredients to prepare, and they are nut-free!

Close-up shot of the Chocolate Sunflower Seed Clusters lined in a baking sheet with parchment paper. The middle chocolate sunflower clusters are halved and show the sunflower seeds inside the cluster.

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Why you’ll love these keto milk chocolate sunflower seed clusters

  • These sunflower seed clusters are nut-free, egg-free, and keto-friendly
  • An indulgent sweet treat with only 1.6g net carbs per serving
  • Ready in under 30 minutes
  • A real crowd-pleaser! Great to take to parties and get-togethers
  • Minimal ingredients, you probably already have at home

Ingredients for chocolate sunflower seed clusters

Overhead shot of labeled ingredients for the Chocolate Sunflower Seed Clusters on a marble countertop.

How to make keto chocolate sunflower seed clusters

Line large baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large pan over medium-high heat, toast sunflower seeds until lightly golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.

Overhead shot of toasted sunflower seeds in a large pan, atop a marble counter.

Into a stainless steel or glass bowl, break chocolate bar into small pieces, add coconut oil, and melt using double boiler method over low heat.

Overhead shot of chocolate bar broken into small pieces and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, atop a marble counter.

Alternatively, melt chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in microwave in 30-second increments until melted. No matter the method you choose, be very careful to not burn chocolate. If it looks mostly melted, remove from stovetop heat or do not return to microwave. Just keep stirring until all chocolate is melted. (See note below if your chocolate has burned.)

Overhead shot of a microwave-safe bowl with melted chocolate and coconut oil with a spatula, over a saucepan. Chocolate and coconut oil was melted using the double boiler method over low heat.

Pour toasted sunflower seeds into bowl of melted chocolate and stir to coat seeds.

Overhead shot of the mixed sunflower seeds and melted chocolate in a glass bowl. The glass bowl is resting on a marble countertop.

Using a spoon, scoop out ~1 tbsp of mixture at a time and transfer to prepared baking sheet until you have 12 clusters.

Overhead shot scooped out chocolate sunflower mixture lined in a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Transfer to refrigerator to chill until mostly solidified, about 15 minutes, before transferring to freezer to fully solidify, about an additional 5 minutes (you can choose to let them harden solely in the refrigerator, but it will take a little longer).

Overhead shot of the Chocolate Sunflower Seed Clusters (after freezing for 15 minutes) lined in a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Peel parchment paper from back of clusters to remove.

Side/close-up shot of the Chocolate Sunflower Seed Clusters stacked and lined in a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Net carbs per serving for keto chocolate clusters

Per serving, milk chocolate keto sunflower clusters contain 1.6 grams of net carbs. The recipe, as written, yields 12 servings. Net carbs are calculated by taking total carbs, subtracting fiber, and subtracting sugar alcohols.

The full nutrition information for this recipe, including the calorie content, total carbs, protein, and fat per serving, can be found in the nutrition label located below the recipe instructions.

Ingredient substitutions for these keto chocolate candy clusters

  • Sunflower Seeds: Pumpkin seeds or, if you eat nuts, almonds will work well here.
  • Lily’s Milk Chocolate Bar: Any low-carb chocolate bar should work just fine here. You can also choose to use sugar-free chocolate chips.
  • Coconut Oil: Unsalted butter or ghee can be subbed in here at a 1:1 ratio.

Keep in mind any changes you make to this recipe may modify the net carb content.

Keto chocolate sunflower seed cluster candies FAQs

Can I make these clusters coconut-free?

Yes, use unsalted butter or ghee instead of coconut oil.

What to do if your chocolate has burned?

If your chocolate starts to get gritty and has burned, it is likely fixable. Simply add boiling hot water 1 tbsp at a time until it’s stirrable and back to resembling melted chocolate. Be careful to not add too much water, otherwise, the consistency of the clusters will be off.

If the hot water trick doesn’t do anything, you’ll have to toss and start over. Note that if you have to add water, the time to solidify the clusters will be extended slightly.

What if my clusters haven’t hardened within 20 minutes?

The temperature that your melted chocolate reached, the temperature of your kitchen, along the temperatures of your refrigerator and freezer will make a major difference as to how long it takes for your clusters to harden. You can choose to immediately put them in the freezer to speed the solidifying time up, but note that the clusters may have some white spots, especially if you had to add water to your melted chocolate mixture if it burned. Regardless, they will harden soon and it’s best to wait until they are fully solidified before peeling back the parchment paper to ensure the clusters stay intact.

Is there anything I can add to liven up these chocolate sunflower seed clusters?

Yes! You can add anything you’d like. Cranberries, coconut flakes, even some keto-friendly white chocolate would make excellent additions.

How do I store keto chocolate candy?

In an airtight container, chocolate sunflower clusters can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Can I freeze sunflower seed clusters?

Yes, you can! Store clusters in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months. When you are ready to eat frozen keto candy clusters, simply remove them from the freezer and let them sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes

More chocolate keto-friendly desserts

  • Instant Pot Lava Cakes
  • Keto Frosty
  • Nut-Free Chocolate Cookies
  • Flourless Mocha Brownies
  • Dark Chocolate Raspberry Bars
  • Keto Chocolate Pudding
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls (Peanut-Free Option)
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Keto Milk Chocolate Sunflower Seed Clusters


  • Author: Sara Nelson
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 clusters 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Chill
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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Milk Chocolate Sunflower Seed Clusters – sunflower seeds covered in creamy milk chocolate are pure bliss! The sweet and salty combination is the perfect after-dinner addition to any low-carb meal. Top them off with an extra sprinkle of flakey sea salt for an exquisite keto-friendly candy that’s sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them! The best parts? They require only 3 ingredients and can be made and served in just 30 minutes!


Ingredients

  • 1 cup (120g) sunflower seeds
  • 6 oz Lily’s milk chocolate bars (2 bars)
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil


Instructions

  1. Line large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large pan over medium-high heat, toast sunflower seeds until lightly golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Into a stainless steel or glass bowl, break chocolate bar into small pieces, add coconut oil, and melt using double boiler method over low heat. Alternatively, melt chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in microwave in 30-second increments until melted. No matter the method you choose, be very careful to not burn chocolate. If it looks mostly melted, remove from stovetop heat or do not return to microwave. Just keep stirring until all chocolate is melted. (See note below if your chocolate has burned.)
  4. Pour toasted sunflower seeds into bowl of melted chocolate and stir to coat seeds. Using a spoon, scoop out ~1 tbsp of mixture at a time and transfer to prepared baking sheet until you have 12 clusters.
  5. Transfer to refrigerator to chill until mostly solidified, about 15 minutes, before transferring to freezer to fully solidify, about an additional 5 minutes (you can choose to let them harden solely in the refrigerator, but it will take a little longer).
  6. Peel parchment paper from back of clusters to remove.

Recipe Notes:

Sunflower Seeds Substitution: Pumpkin seeds or, if you eat nuts, almonds will work well here.

Lily’s Milk Chocolate Bar Substitution: Any low-carb chocolate bar should work just fine here. You can also choose to use sugar-free chocolate chips.

Coconut Oil Substitution: Unsalted butter or ghee can be subbed in here at a 1:1 ratio. This substitution will yield a coconut-free recipe.

What To Do If Your Chocolate Has Burned: If your chocolate starts to get gritty and has burned, it is likely fixable. Simply add boiling hot water 1 tbsp at a time until it’s stirrable and back to resembling melted chocolate. Be careful to not add too much water, otherwise, the consistency of the clusters will be off. Note that if you have to add water, the time to solidify the clusters will be extended slightly.

If Your Clusters Are Not Hardened Within 20 Minutes: The temperature that your melted chocolate reached, the temperature of your kitchen, along with the temperatures of your refrigerator and freezer will make a major difference as to how long it takes for your clusters to harden. You can choose to immediately put them in the freezer to speed the solidifying time up, but note that the clusters may have some white spots, especially if you had to add water to your melted chocolate mixture if it burned. Regardless, they will harden soon and it’s best to wait until they are fully solidified before peeling back the parchment paper to ensure the clusters stay intact.

Optional Addition: Sprinkle flakey sea salt atop clusters before chilling.

Net Carbs: Each cluster contains 1.6 grams of net carbs. The recipe, as written, yields 12 servings. Net carbs are calculated by taking total carbs, subtracting fiber, and subtracting sugar alcohols.

Refrigerator Storage: Store clusters in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Freezer Storage: Store clusters in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.

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4 Comments

  1. Clare says

    August 7, 2022 at 2:29 am

    Hello! These look terrific, thank you for the inspiration – I have many breast feeding mamma friends who will love these. Could you tell me what the pan that you use to toast the sunflower seeds is?

    Reply
    • Sara Nelson says

      August 8, 2022 at 10:15 am

      Hi, Clare! I used a stainless steel pan, but any stovetop pan should work just fine here.

      Reply
  2. Suni says

    October 31, 2021 at 12:00 pm

    I’m having a hard time adjusting to diabetic/low carb eating. I have tried a couple of your recipes and I must say you have made it very easy. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge of low carb eating. I love these clusters! 10/10♥️

    Reply
    • Sara Nelson says

      November 2, 2021 at 8:44 am

      I’m so glad you enjoyed these, Suni! Thank you!

      Reply

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