Description
This Crockpot Candy recipe is a deliciously easy treat that combines salted and unsalted peanuts with a blend of semi-sweet chocolate chips, German chocolate, peanut butter chips, and white almond bark. Slow-cooked in a crockpot, the mixture melts into a rich, creamy, and nutty candy that solidifies into perfect bite-sized dollops, making it an ideal no-bake dessert for parties or gifting.
Ingredients
Scale
Nut & Chocolate Mix
- 1 jar (16 ounces) salted peanuts
- 1 jar (16 ounces) unsalted peanuts
- 1 bag (12 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 bar (8 ounces) German chocolate baking bar
- ⅓ cup (79 g) peanut butter chips
- 2 packages (24 ounces each) white almond bark
Optional Garnish
- Sprinkles, for garnish
- Sea salt, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In the crockpot bowl, add the salted peanuts, unsalted peanuts, semi-sweet chocolate chips, German chocolate baking bar, peanut butter chips, and white almond bark, ensuring all components are evenly distributed.
- Set Crockpot: Place the lid on the crockpot and set it to low heat to begin the melting process.
- Initial Stirring: After about 30 minutes once the ingredients have started melting, stir them gently to mix and promote even melting; then cover and let continue cooking.
- Cook Until Smooth: Allow the mixture to cook on low heat for a total of 2 hours and 15 minutes, stirring once during this time to ensure a smooth, fully melted consistency.
- Remove and Stir: Carefully remove the crockpot lid and stir the melted mixture thoroughly to blend all ingredients evenly.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for setting the candy.
- Portion Candy: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, dollop heaping tablespoons of the hot candy mixture onto the parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing the dollops to your desired size and separation.
- Optional Garnish: Sprinkle with sprinkles or a pinch of sea salt if desired to enhance flavor and appearance.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate the baking sheet with the candy dollops for about 20 minutes or until they are fully set and firm to the touch.
- Serve: Once set, remove from the refrigerator and enjoy this rich, nutty crockpot candy as a delightful treat or gift.
Notes
- Stirring during the cooking process helps prevent burning and ensures even melting.
- You can substitute almond bark with white chocolate chips if almond bark is unavailable.
- Use parchment paper on the baking sheet to prevent sticking and to make removal easier.
- Store leftover candy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- For a nuttier flavor, lightly toast the peanuts before adding them to the crockpot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: crockpot candy, easy candy recipe, peanut chocolate candy, slow cooker dessert, no bake candy
