Crock Pot Candy Recipe
This Crock Pot Candy recipe is a simple and delicious treat combining salted dry roasted peanuts, creamy almond bark, and rich semi-sweet chocolate chips, all melted together slowly in a crockpot. Perfect for easy holiday gifting or a sweet snack, this no-fuss candy requires minimal ingredients and effort with maximum flavor and a delightful crunchy texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes to 2 hours 5 minutes plus 4 hours setting time
- Yield: About 4 dozen small candies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 32 ounces dry roasted peanuts (salted)
- 24 ounces almond bark (broken or chopped)
- 24 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Sprinkles (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Layer Ingredients: Place the dry roasted peanuts at the bottom of the crockpot. Then layer the almond bark pieces on top of the peanuts, followed by a layer of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Cook Slowly: Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat. After 1 hour, uncover and stir the mixture gently to begin combining the ingredients. Cover again and cook for an additional 30 minutes, totaling 1 hour and 30 minutes of cooking.
- Check and Stir: Uncover the crockpot and stir until the mixture is smooth and fully melted. If some chocolate remains unmelted, cover and cook for up to 30 more minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure an even melt.
- Prepare Candy on Baking Sheet: Line baking pans with parchment paper. Using a spoon, drop portions of the chocolate and peanut mixture onto the lined pans, spacing each candy about 1 inch apart to prevent sticking.
- Add Sprinkles: Immediately top each candy mound with sprinkles if desired, before the candy starts to harden.
- Set the Candy: Allow the candy to set fully at room temperature for about 4 hours or place in the refrigerator for about 1 hour to speed up the hardening process before serving or storing.
Notes
- Use salted dry roasted peanuts to add a nice contrast of savory to the sweet candy.
- If you prefer, you can substitute almond bark with white chocolate or peanut butter chips, but melting times may vary.
- Ensure the crockpot is on low to prevent burning the chocolate mixture.
- Store finished candy in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for longer shelf life.
- Sprinkles are optional but add a festive look perfect for holidays.
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