Chocolate Peanut Butter Crockpot Candy Recipe
Delight in this rich and creamy Chocolate Peanut Butter Crockpot Candy recipe that combines the perfect blend of roasted peanuts, peanut butter chips, and luscious chocolate varieties. Made effortlessly in a slow cooker, this no-bake treat is sprinkled with festive nonpareils, perfect for holidays or anytime indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 40 pieces 1x
- Category: Candy
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 32 ounces dry roasted salted peanuts
- 10 ounces peanut butter chips
- 24 ounces chocolate almond bark, chopped
- 12 ounces milk chocolate chips (or semi-sweet chocolate chips)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon red and green nonpareil sprinkles
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the peanuts, peanut butter chips, chopped almond bark, milk chocolate chips, and peanut butter to a 6-quart crockpot.
- Initial Cook: Place a paper towel or clean tea towel on top of the crockpot and put the lid on. Cook on low for 1 hour without stirring to allow the ingredients to start melting slowly.
- Stir After 1 Hour: After the initial hour, stir the ingredients together thoroughly to ensure even melting and mixing of flavors.
- Continue Melting: Cover the crockpot again with the paper towel/tea towel and lid. Stir every 15 minutes for an additional 30 to 45 minutes, or 2 to 3 intervals, until the chocolate and peanut butter mixture is completely melted and smooth.
- Prepare for Setting: Lay out a piece of wax paper or parchment paper. Using a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the warm candy mixture onto the paper, forming piles.
- Add Sprinkles: While the candy piles are still wet, sprinkle the red and green nonpareils over the top for a festive finish.
- Let Candy Set: Allow the candies to firm up at room temperature, or speed up the process by placing them in the refrigerator for about 1 hour.
- Store Properly: Once set, transfer the candies to an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- Using a paper towel or tea towel under the lid helps absorb condensation and prevents water from dripping onto the candy mixture, maintaining texture.
- If you don’t have a crockpot, you can gently melt the mixture using a double boiler on the stovetop, stirring frequently.
- For variation, substitute the chocolate almond bark with your preferred type of chocolate bark or chips.
- Store the candies in an airtight container to prevent them from becoming sticky or melting in warm environments.
- Feel free to customize the sprinkles or omit them for a simpler finish.
Keywords: Chocolate Peanut Butter Candy, Crockpot Candy, Slow Cooker Candy, Holiday Candy, Easy No-Bake Candy, Peanut Butter Treats
