Crockpot Christmas Candy
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Crockpot Christmas Candy is a classic holiday treat that’s incredibly easy to make, perfect for gifting, and delightful to enjoy all season long. Made with just five simple ingredients, this sweet-and-salty dessert is a must-have for the holidays.
There’s something about the holiday season that always makes me want to bake. If you feel the same, this classic candy recipe is a perfect addition to your lineup of baked goods. It’s easy to make, absolutely delicious, and ideal for handmade gifting. Package this Christmas Candy in a festive tin for thoughtful presents or showcase it on a cheerful serving tray at your next holiday party.
Looking for more fun holiday treat ideas? Check out our Candy Christmas Trees or our Mini Christmas Tree Cake Donuts.
Why You’ll Love Our Recipe
- This crockpot recipe is simple, hands-off, and perfect for busy holiday schedules.
- The creamy chocolate and crunchy peanuts create an irresistible flavor combination.
- This versatile recipe makes a big batch, ideal for gifting or holiday gatherings.
Ingredient Information
- Peanuts: I like to use dry roasted peanuts. You can find these in bulk at your local Costco or Sam’s Club. You can use any variety and adjust to your liking.
- Chocolate: If possible, use Ghirardelli chocolate for the best flavor. Lower-quality chocolate can negatively impact the taste. Any high-quality chocolate is preferable for a rich, smooth flavor.
- Almond Bark: Cut almond bark into chunks no larger than an inch. This ensures it melts evenly with the chocolate chips for a smooth mixture.
- Sprinkles: Feel free to use any Christmas sprinkles you have on hand. I like using Christmas nonpareils because they remind me of my childhood.
Storage Information
Keep candy in a sealed container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 week. For longer storage, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months. To preserve freshness, layer candy with parchment paper between each layer.
Helpful Tips
- Cooking Tip: Avoid rushing the cooking process, as the candy can burn easily. Patience is key!
- Optional Peanut Butter: If you’d like, you can add a cup of peanut butter to the mix. Just note that you may need to increase the peanuts slightly to balance the texture. It’s entirely up to your taste preference.
- Candy Size: Adjust the size of your candies to suit your preference—smaller or larger works just fine.
Crockpot Christmas Candy
Equipment
- 1.2 tablespoon cookie scoop 1.5 inch diameter
Ingredients
- 32 ounces dry roasted peanuts
- 24 ounces almond bark chopped
- 10 ounces milk chocolate chips
- 10 ounces dark chocolate chips
- Christmas sprinkles
Instructions
- Pour all the peanuts into the bottom of the crockpot, and spread them even.
- Add the milk chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips, and chopped almond bark.
- Cover the top of the crockpot with a kitchen towel (I like the flour sack cloths for this the most). You do not want the towel to dip inside the crockpot, pull it tight before placing the lid on top of the towel.
- Set the crockpot to low and cook the ingredients for 1 ½ hours.
- Once the time is up, turn the crockpot to “warm” and stir the entire pot until the ingredients are smooth and creamy. Some of the chocolate might look like it’s not melted, but once you start stirring, it will blend right in.
- Using a small cookie scoop or heaping tablespoon, spoon the candies onto parchment paper, giving them just a bit of space so they don’t blend together.
- Pause every 20 candies or so and sprinkle them with the Christmas sprinkles. Do this until the entire pot is empty.
- Let sit for 2 hours, or until hardened, and enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is a rough estimate only; actual values will vary based on the exact ingredients used and amount of recipe prepared.
