Easy Crockpot Candy (3 Ingredients)

Making this Easy Crockpot Candy recipe does not get more simple than putting 3 ingredients in the crockpot, then stir, slow cook, scoop, set and enjoy!! This chocolate crockpot candy with peanuts is so much fun to make and share during the holidays.

For more easy holiday treats try my crockpot nut clusters for Christmas, caramel Turtle bark, easy Rolo pretzel bites, candied pecans and my Chex mix.

Crockpot Candy With Peanuts

I love anything with chocolate and peanuts in it and you will be surprised at just how good these homemade crockpot candy peanut clusters are!!

Sometimes I think maybe it is too easy to make them with 3 ingredients and only 5 minutes of prep time as they are so good and hard to resist.

So I convince myself that the kids will eat them and since they are perfect for holiday food gift giving like my rum balls recipe, I will really just make them for gifts this time!!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Easy crockpot candy recipe with 5 minute prep and 3 ingredients
• Easy to customize with holiday sprinkle toppings
• Great for holiday food gift giving

Ingredients

• Peanuts – dry roasted salted
• White Almond Bark – broken into pieces
• Chocolate Chips – semi sweet chocolate chips
• Optional Sprinkles or Sea Salt Sprinkle toppings

How To Make Crockpot Candy

STEP ONE – Line four large cookie sheets with parchment or wax paper and set aside.

STEP TWO – Sprinkle the peanuts in an even layer in the bottom of a 5 quart or larger crockpot.

STEP THREE – Top with the almond bark and chocolate chips. Do not mix.

STEP FOUR – Cover the pot with the lid and cook on low for one hour without stirring.

STEP FIVE – After an hour, mix the peanuts and chocolate well. Continue to cook for another hour, mixing well every 20 minutes.

STEP SIX – Drop heaped tablespoons of the chocolate mixture onto the parchment-lined baking sheets. Top with sprinkles if using.

STEP SEVEN – Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes or until the chocolate is set.

Can you make crockpot candy on the stovetop?

Yes you can! Add all your chocolate ingredients to a large pot and cook over a low heat stirring until melted. That should take 15 to 20 minutes, then remove from the heat to cool for 5 minutes.

Add in your peanuts and other ingredients then stir to mix well. Much like the crockpot directions scoop onto parchment lined baking sheets. Add your sprinkles while wet and then allow the candy to set and enjoy.

Make crockpot candy in the microwave

While you can, we do not recommend using the microwave to melt the chocolate as it can burn easily in the microwave. That is why the crockpot is ideal for the candy as it slowly melts the chocolate to perfection.

Top tips for making the best crockpot candy

• Be careful that no condensation falls into the crockpot when removing the lid to stir. If water gets into the chocolate, it will cause it to seize.
• Make sure they have set and hardened before handling
• You can put them in the fridge to help them set faster
• If you want to use these fun chocolate crockpot candy to give as a food gifts, using use cupcake liners to scoop into is a good idea
• If you plan to add sprinkles to your candies, do it while the chocolate is still wet, or they won’t stick

Storage and Freezing Instructions

How to store crockpot candy?

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or in the fridge for up to 3 weeks. Use a piece of parchment paper or wax paper between layers to prevent them from sticking together.

Can you freeze crockpot candy?

Yes you can! The candy can be frozen for 2 to 3 months. Allow the candy to set completely before transferring them to freezer-safe container or freezer zippered bags to freeze.

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