Slow Cooker Chocolate Clusters are fool-proof. In under an hour you have a quality roasted peanut chocolate candy with little effort. This recipe makes a lot!
It has been a long time since I made any chocolate candy. What better way to make a comeback than with an all-time classic, Chocolate Clusters!
You already know what a crock pot freak I am whether it is sloowww cooking Slow Cooker Lentil Vegetable Soup or the very quick Slow Cooker Evaporated Milk.
Whatever it is, I am going to try to make it work. Sterling!
These little beauties freeze perfectly – thank goodness because this is a large batch and there are only two of us.
It will be a wonderful and easy addition to your candy and cookie table any time of the year but especially nice over the holidays coming up.
Wrap each cluster in clear or colorful cellophane and you even have Treats for Halloween. Me? I am going to stack them high on a pretty plate for the buffet dessert table. At ALL parties.
I should have said this way at the top. Two ingredients!
Slow Cooker Chocolate Clusters
Ingredients
- 32 ounces of your favorite chocolate - slabs, chunks or chip
- 24 ounces roasted and salted peanuts
Instructions
- If your chocolate is in large chunks, chop into smaller pieces.
- Place the chocolate in the slow cooker.
- Cook on high for 45 minutes stirring every 15 minutes.
- Turn to low and cook another 15 minutes.
- Turn off the slow cooker and add the peanuts.
- Drop large dollops onto the parchment paper and let harden.
- Ready to eat!
Recipe Notes
Chocolate Clusters keep in an airtight container for about 4 months. Keep out of the light at medium temperatures below 70 degrees but above 60 degrees. You may also freeze them but put in the fridge for 24 hours first and then move to the freezer. When you want to eat them - put in the refrigerator for 24 hours and then you can set them out. Eat at room temperature.
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Mindy Fewless says
These look so fun and easy!! I have never made crockpot candy but I need to try it! I might even through some marshmallows in there! 😉
Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says
I’ve never used my slow cooker to make a dessert recipe! This is such a good idea! I’ll have to remember this over the holidays!
jacquee | i sugar coat it! says
I make these with almonds, hazelnuts and other add-ins for holiday gifting! They are so good. Love how you used the slow cooker to temper the chocolate.
Shashi at Savory Spin says
These would make some delightfully delicious not to mention EASY Christmas Gifts!
Marie says
Yum! Love simple sweet treat recipes like this! I love that you can switch up the type of nuts too or change up the type of chocolate too.
Ginny McMeans says
That is great Kathy! Yes! I think they would be great with almonds too. 🙂
Kathy Hughes says
Make these last night so simple and yummy. Making more tonight with Almonds instead of peanuts.
Ginny McMeans says
Haha, that is great Faye! It warms my heart when they go back for more. 🙂 Cashews would be wonderful!
Faye says
I made these a week ago. My husband loves them! He kept going back for more. Fortunately, I saved a batch in the freezer. I am going to try these with cashews. Thanks Ginny!
Ginny McMeans says
Not sure what you mean Debbie. The ingredients are all listed and this turns out perfectly. 🙂
Debbie says
all other recipes call for bark. you don’t need it in this recipe?
Ginny McMeans says
Enjoy Life is the easiest to find in grocery stores Shelli.
Shelli says
What is your “go to” vegan chocolate brand?
Ginny McMeans says
It is just easy Starr. You don’t have to worry about burning or stand over the stove.
Starr @ The Misfit Baker says
I never thought of using my slow cooker for something like this. Is there a benefit to melting the chocolate in a slow cooker, instead of in a double broiler or microwave?
Ginny McMeans says
Fun! Thanks so passing on my recipe 🙂
Amanda @ The Kitcheneer says
My mother in law makes crockpot candy all the time! She will LOVE this recipe!
Ginny McMeans says
Super easy and the reward is top notch 🙂
Kim Beaulieu says
I love this stuff. It’s so easy to make and so yummy. I think I need to haul my slow cooker out asap.
Ginny McMeans says
Yes! Quick and delicious gifts too!
Aly ~ Cooking In Stilettos says
Now this is the way to make candy – I am bookmarking for the holidays!!!
Renee - Kudos Kitchen says
So easy. So delicious. So want these!
Stephanie says
I never would have thought to make these in a slow cooker! How fun!
Ginny McMeans says
Hahaha Erin! I have to admit I did have some along the way 🙂
Erin @ Texanerin Baking says
Holy moly! You have willpower. If I made these, I’d just keep eating the melted chocolate during the 45 minute cook time. 😀 They look SO good!
Ginny McMeans says
Oh, yes Dara! Holiday gifts would be perfect. 🙂
Ginny McMeans says
Thanks Lora! They are addictive 🙂
Ginny McMeans says
Exactly Brenda! No hot pot to stand over and no burning worries.
Ginny McMeans says
Thanks Martha. Love the mom memories!
Cookin Canuck says
I would never have thought to make candy in a slow cooker. Brilliant! These would be wonderful for holiday neighbor gifts.
Lora @cakeduchess says
How cool that you made this in a slow cooker and that is it is just 2 ingredients! I would sneak more than a few just for me!
[email protected] says
I love the slow cooker for this, no having to watch anything on the stove, super easy!
Martha @ A Family Feast says
I remember my mom making these all the time growing up – but she never used the slow cooker. Great idea!