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Christmas Crockpot Candy Recipe: Easy 5-Ingredient Peanut Clusters

  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 50 clusters 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Christmas Crockpot Candy recipe is the ultimate no-fuss holiday treat that combines chocolate, peanuts, and peanut butter into perfectly sweet and crunchy clusters. Made right in your slow cooker, these festive candies are easy to prepare, make wonderful gifts, and stay fresh for up to a month when stored properly. The ideal blend of creamy, crunchy, and caramel goodness wrapped in pure holiday cheer!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 (16 oz) jar dry roasted peanuts
  • 1 (10 oz) bag bittersweet chocolate chips
  • 1 (11 oz) bag white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup caramel bits
  • Optional Toppings: Holiday sprinkles or sea salt
  • Substitutions: Use cashews or mixed nuts, almond butter, toffee bits, or butterscotch chips for variety.

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Crockpot: Set the crockpot to low heat and add the peanuts, bittersweet chocolate chips, and white chocolate chips. Place a clean kitchen towel under the lid to catch condensation and prevent the chocolate from seizing.
  2. Melt the Chocolate: Cook on low for 30 minutes, then check and stir. Continue cooking in 15-minute increments until the chocolate melts completely and becomes smooth.
  3. Add Peanut Butter & Caramel: Stir in creamy peanut butter and caramel bits until fully incorporated.
  4. Scoop the Candy: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion clusters onto parchment paper. Top with sprinkles or sea salt while still warm.
  5. Cool and Set: Allow candy to cool at room temperature for 1–2 hours or refrigerate for 30–60 minutes until firm.

Notes

Store crockpot candy in airtight containers at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or in the fridge for a month. For festive gifting, package in cellophane bags tied with ribbons. Avoid high heat during melting to prevent chocolate from seizing.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cluster (about 1 tbsp)
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 25mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: crockpot candy, Christmas candy, slow cooker chocolate, holiday treats, peanut clusters, easy candy recipe

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