Crockpot Christmas Crack

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This Crockpot Christmas Crack recipe is a delightful treat that combines a mix of sweet and salty flavors, making it perfect for holiday gatherings or as a special snack. It’s quite simple to prepare and involves a slow cooker for a fuss-free cooking process. Here’s a detailed guide to creating this delicious candy:

Ingredients:

1. Unsalted Peanuts – 16 oz.
2. Salted Peanuts – 16 oz.
3. Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips – 1 bag
4. Milk Chocolate Chips – 1 bag
5. Peanut Butter Chips – 2 bags
6. White Chocolate Bark or Candy Wafers – 2 packages

Instructions:

• Prepare the Slow Cooker: Begin by placing both unsalted and salted peanuts at the bottom of your crockpot. This creates a layered effect and ensures an even distribution of flavors.
• Add Chocolate Layers: Over the peanuts, evenly spread out the peanut butter chips. Then, add a layer each of semi-sweet and milk chocolate chips. These different types of chocolate chips will melt together, creating a rich and creamy mixture.

• Top with White Chocolate: Finally, layer the white chocolate bark or candy wafers on top. This white chocolate will add a creamy and smooth texture to the mix.
• Cooking Process: Cover the crockpot with its lid and set it to cook on low heat for about 1 hour. This gentle heat allows the chocolate to melt without burning.
• Stirring: After the first hour, remove the lid and give the mixture a thorough stir to blend all the ingredients well. Replace the lid and continue to cook on low for an additional 30 minutes.
• Forming the Clusters: Once everything is well combined and melted, stir the mixture again. Then, using a tablespoon, scoop out and drop clusters of the chocolate and peanut mixture onto pieces of parchment paper. This step is where you shape your Christmas Crack into bite-sized pieces.
• Setting the Candy: Allow the candy clusters to cool and harden. This process may take several hours. The candies will set at room temperature, becoming firm and ready to eat.
• Serving and Storage: Serve these delightful clusters immediately, or store them in an airtight container. If you want to keep them for longer, these candies can also be frozen and enjoyed later.

This Crockpot Christmas Crack is a great way to enjoy a homemade treat with minimal effort. It’s perfect for holiday parties, as gifts, or simply as a sweet indulgence during the festive season. Enjoy your candy making!

Crockpot Christmas Candy

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Crockpot Christmas Candy is an easy, sweet, and festive treat made with a mix of white chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate, and a variety of nuts, all melted together in a slow cooker. These delightful, no-bake candy clusters are perfect for holiday gifting or adding to a Christmas dessert spread!

• Author: Stephanie
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 2 hours
• Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
• Yield: 30–40 clusters 1x
• Category: Dessert, Candy
• Method: Slow Cooking
• Cuisine: American, Holiday
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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• 1 lb (450g) white almond bark or white chocolate chips
• 12 oz (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 4 oz (115g) German chocolate bar, broken into pieces
• 2 cups (250g) salted peanuts
• 1 cup (125g) unsalted peanuts
• 1 cup (120g) pecan halves
• 1/2 cup (120g) red and green holiday sprinkles (for garnish)

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Instructions

• Layer the Ingredients:

  • Add the white almond bark, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and German chocolate pieces to the crockpot.
  • Top with the salted peanuts, unsalted peanuts, and pecan halves.

• Cook the Candy:

  • Set the crockpot to LOW and cover with the lid. Cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes to ensure even melting.

• Form the Candy Clusters:

  • Once the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth, use a spoon or small cookie scoop to drop spoonfuls of the candy mixture onto parchment-lined baking sheets.

• Add Sprinkles:

  • Immediately garnish the tops with red and green holiday sprinkles before the chocolate sets.

• Cool and Set:

  • Let the candy cool and harden completely at room temperature, about 1-2 hours. You can also place them in the refrigerator to speed up the setting process.

• Serve:

  • Once set, transfer the clusters to an airtight container. Enjoy or gift them in festive tins!

Notes

• Add flavor: Add mini marshmallows, dried cranberries, or pretzel pieces for a sweet and salty twist.
• Make it nut-free: Substitute the nuts with pretzels or cereal (like Chex or Cheerios).
• Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.