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Delicious homemade crockpot candy with chocolate and peanut clusters.

Crockpot Candy

A simple and delightful candy treat made in a slow cooker, perfect for parties or a sweet stash at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 60 clusters
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 16 ounces salted dry roasted peanuts
  • 16 ounces unsalted peanuts To prevent excessive saltiness
  • 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 12 ounces milk chocolate chips
  • 24 ounces white almond bark or white melting wafers Melts smoothly and sets reliably
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla Optional, for added flavor
  • flaky salt For topping, optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lightly spray the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick spray or use a slow cooker liner.
  2. Add the salted and unsalted peanuts to the slow cooker.
  3. Layer the semi-sweet and milk chocolate chips on top of the peanuts followed by the white almond bark.
  4. Set the slow cooker to low and put the lid on.
Cooking
  1. Let it cook for about 1 hour, then check it. Continue to monitor every 20 to 30 minutes for about 1.5 to 2 hours total.
  2. Once everything looks soft, stir gently until the peanuts are fully coated.
  3. Add the vanilla, if using, and stir to combine.
Setting
  1. Scoop clusters onto parchment paper or wax paper.
  2. Let the clusters set at room temperature until firm, about 1 to 2 hours.
  3. For a quicker set, refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes.

Notes

Do not cook on high to avoid chocolate seizing. This candy freezes well and can be made ahead of time. Store in an airtight container at room temp for 1-2 weeks or in the fridge for longer shelf life.