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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Debbie says
all other recipes call for bark. you don’t need it in this recipe?
Ginny McMeans says
Not sure what you mean Debbie. The ingredients are all listed and this turns out perfectly. 🙂
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
Haha, that is great Faye! It warms my heart when they go back for more. 🙂 Cashews would be wonderful!
Kathy Hughes says
Make these last night so simple and yummy. Making more tonight with Almonds instead of peanuts.
Ginny McMeans says
That is great Kathy! Yes! I think they would be great with almonds too. 🙂