Cherry Chocolate Clusters

1. 1

   Line baking sheet or large flat platter with parchment or waxed paper.

2. 2

   Place chocolate cookies in zip closed plastic bag and use rolling pin to crush them into small crumbs (or chopper).

3. 3

   Set aside.

4. 4

   In large microwave-bowl combine butter, corn syrup and chocolate chips.

5. 5

   Microwave for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, stopping every 20 to 30 seconds to stir, until melted and smooth.

6. 6

   Stir in cranberries and dates, then mix in crushed cookies.

7. 7

   Use a spoon or melon baller to scoop out 1 tablespoon balls of the mixture.

8. 8

   Set them directly onto prepared baking sheet or into mini foil baking cups.

9. 9

   Top each ball with half of candied cherry.

10. 10

    Cover and store in refrigerator.

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