Clusters of dried blueberries, coconut and toasted nuts enrobed in creamy white chocolate.

White Chocolate Berry Clusters

1 pound white chocolate, semisweet or milk chocolate

2 tablespoons vegetable shortening (Not butter or margarine)
1 cup dried blueberries (or other dried berries and fruits)
3/4 cup sweetened flaked coconut, toasted
1/2 cup chopped nuts, toasted

1. Melt chocolate and shortening together in a double boiler or medium bowl over simmering water. When chocolate is completely melted, remove from heat.
2. Stir in remaining ingredients. Drop by teaspoonfuls, onto waxed paper. Cool completely. Store in tightly covered container at room temperature.

Makes 24 to 30 confections.