Crockpot Chocolate Peanut Clusters Recipe

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Crockpot Chocolate Peanut Clusters Recipe

Course: candy, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 2

Chill: 1

Total Time: 3 5

Servings: people

Calories: 737kcal

Author: Becky Hardin

These chocolate-covered peanut clusters are the tastiest old-fashioned candy recipe, easy to make in a Crockpot with just 3 simple ingredients!

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Equipment

Kitchen Scale (optional)
Crockpot
Baking Sheet

Ingredients

14 ounces melting chocolate
8 ounces white chocolate divided
16 ounces dry-roasted peanuts *

Instructions

Place the melting chocolate, 6 ounces of the white chocolate, and the peanuts in a crockpot on HIGH.
14 ounces melting chocolate, 8 ounces white chocolate, 16 ounces dry-roasted peanuts
Cook for 1-2 hours, or until chocolate is completely melted. Stir the contents of the crockpot together until well combined.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Scoop spoonfuls of the chocolate-peanut mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
Melt the remaining 2 ounces of white chocolate in a small microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals.
Using a spoon, drizzle melted bark over peanut clusters. Chill until hardened.

Notes

*If you do not like peanuts or cannot have them, you can substitute them with other nuts, such as pecans or cashews. You can also use your favorite crunchy cereal or pretzels in place of the nuts.

Tips:

Make sure to use the HIGH setting on the Crockpot for best results.
Use a spoon to help you drizzle the melted bark over your peanut clusters.

Stovetop Directions: Melt the chocolates over medium heat until melted, then stir in the peanuts. Continue to follow the recipe from step 4 onward.

Storage: Store crockpot chocolate peanut clusters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, in the refrigerator for up to 1 month, or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

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