Description
Delight in these easy-to-make Crockpot Candy clusters, featuring rich melted chocolate combined with crunchy peanuts. Made effortlessly in a slow cooker, these sweet treats require minimal prep and deliver maximum flavor with a perfect balance of chocolatey goodness and nutty crunch.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 16 oz chocolate chips or bark
- 1 cup peanuts
- Optional: pretzels or M&Ms for mixing or topping
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Measure out 16 ounces of chocolate chips or bark and 1 cup of peanuts. Optionally, have pretzels or M&Ms ready if you wish to add extra texture or flavor to your clusters.
- Combine in Crockpot: Place the chocolate and peanuts into the slow cooker. Turn the slow cooker on low heat to melt the chocolate slowly.
- Cook and Stir: Let the mixture cook on low for 1 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure the chocolate melts evenly and coats the peanuts thoroughly.
- Form Clusters: Once melted and fully combined, use a spoon to scoop spoonfuls of the chocolate-peanut mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Cool and Set: Allow the clusters to cool at room temperature or in the refrigerator until the chocolate sets completely and the clusters harden.
Notes
- Use a slow cooker with a ceramic insert for even heat distribution.
- Stir the chocolate occasionally to prevent burning and ensure smooth melting.
- Customize by adding pretzels or M&Ms into the mix for extra crunch and flavor.
- Once set, store clusters in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated for longer shelf life.
- Be careful not to overcook as chocolate can seize or scorch if left too long on high heat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
