Crock Pot Christmas Crack is a delicious treat to enjoy this holiday season. These peanut clusters have a decadent candy mixture and taste amazing.

Crock pot christmas candy stacked together.
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This is the easiest and most delicious recipe for Crockpot Christmas Candy. We make this every Christmas to give away to friends and family. The slow cooker makes it super easy without any work. It is an annual tradition at our house but it’s easy enough for busy moms.

I actually make Crock Pot Chocolate Peanut Clusters year-round for numerous occasions because it is so good. There is also a Crock Pot Easter Candy Clusters recipe for the Spring with white chocolate.

What is Crockpot Candy?

Crockpot Candy is a rich and decadent treat with only a handful of ingredients and minimum cook time. You only need 5 ingredients and sprinkles if you desire.

Everything is cooked in the crock pot. Peanuts are coated in a combination of chocolate chips, peanut butter chips and almond bark for a wonderful dessert.

The sweet and salt combination is delicious. Each cluster is decorated with red and green sprinkles for an easy treat that is festive. The sprinkles can easily be changed for other occasions during the year.

Ingredients

Ingredients for Crock pot Christmas candy- peanuts, chocolate, almond bark, sprinkles.
  • Lightly Salted Peanuts. You can use unsalted but I feel the lightly salted adds the perfect touch of sweet and salty.
  • Semi-sweet chocolate chips. Semi-sweet helps to prevent the recipe from being overly sweet.
  • Milk chocolate chips. Make sure to use good quality chocolate.
  • Peanut butter chips. Combines with the chocolate for the perfect flavor.
  • White almond bark. Makes the candy so creamy.
  • Christmas Sprinkles. Use any type of sprinkles you like but don’t skip it. They make the candy so festive!

Find the complete ingredient list and instructions at the bottom of the post.

Variations

  • White Candy Clusters. Substitute white chocolate chips for the chocolate.
  • Sprinkles. The sprinkles are optional. Enjoy these all year long by using different colors of sprinkles. This is a great way to serve these for other occasions.
  • Nuts. While peanuts are most often used, you can use cashews, pecans, almonds, walnuts or mixed nuts for a change of flavor. We have also used regular peanuts or cocktail peanuts.
  • Candy. Reece’s Pieces and M&M’s look pretty and taste great in this recipe. Toffee bits also taste great and add a different texture.
  • Mini Marshmallows. Crockpot peanut clusters taste delicious with mini marshmallows mixed in.
  • Chocolate. Swap milk chocolate for dark chocolate.

Step By Step Instructions

Chocolate in crock pot.

Step 1. Layer all the ingredients in a crock pot starting with the morsels.

Peanuts layered on top of chocolate.

Step 2. Next, add the peanuts in the crock pot.

White almond bark on top of mixzture.

Step 3. Then add the almond bark on top in the crock pot.  Cover and cook the mixture on low for 1 hour.

Mixture being combined as it melts.

Step 4. Make sure to stir every 15-20 minutes as you melt the mixture. I would not let it get to 30 minutes without stirring. This will ensure that the chocolate does not burn on the bottom of the crock pot. 

Mixture ready to be scooped.

Step 5. Once fully melted, scoop the clusters.

Crock pot with mixture and a cookie scoop inside.

Step 6. You can use a spoon or a cookie scoop to scoop clusters onto baking sheets. Line them with wax paper or parchment paper to make clean up easier.

Candy scooped into mounds on baking sheet.

Step 7. Continue to scoop the mixture.

Sprinkles on top of each candy.

Step 8. Then top with sprinkles. Make sure to do this immediately before the clusters are set.  Allow to set and serve.

Pro Tips

  • Cool faster – Place the candy in the fridge to reduce the cooling time if you are in a rush.
  • Perfect for gifting – Give these tasty treats as gifts by wrapping in cute Christmas containers or bags.
  • Use a cookie scoop – We used a cookie scoop to make the clusters all the same size. You can really make these any size you would like.
  • Good quality chocolate – Since the recipe calls for so few ingredients, use really good chocolate. It will make a difference.
  • Almond Bark is a must – The almond bark helps to give this treat amazing flavor. It also contributes to how the candy sets. Don’t substitute the almond bark or reduce the amount in the recipe.
  • Prepare the baking sheet – Baking sheets definitely need to be lined in wax paper. It will help make cleanup much easier. Don’t skip this step.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to store Crockpot Candy Recipe?

Store the clusters in an airtight container or ziplock bag at room temperature.  If it’s more humid where you live, store them in the refrigerator to keep them from melting.

How long does Christmas candy last?

They will last up to 2 weeks at room temperature or 3 weeks in the refrigerator.

You can also freeze this recipe. Allow the clusters to cool completely and place inside a freezer bag or container. Freeze up to 6 months.

What is almond bark?

Almond bark is a confectionary coating that consists of vegetable fat. This is different from white chocolate that consists of cocoa butter, vanilla, sugar and other ingredients.

Can I make Crockpot Candy on the stovetop?

Yes, you can make this recipe using the stove. Place all of the chocolate into a large pot.

Stir frequently to ensure it does not burn. It will only take about 15 minutes to cook.
Remove from the heat and allow to cool a few minutes. Then add the peanuts and stir until well coated.

Scoop the clusters as normal on a lined baking sheet. Allow to cool so they will set.

Crock pot christmas candy on a platter.

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Crock Pot Christmas Crack

4.69 from 22 votes
Crock Pot Christmas Crack is a delicious treat to enjoy this holiday season. These peanut clusters have a decadent candy mixture and taste amazing.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Refrigerate 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings 24
Cuisine American
Course Dessert
Calories 542

Ingredients

  • 2 containers Lightly Salted Peanuts
  • 12 oz semisweet chocolate chips
  • 12 oz milk chocolate chips
  • 12 oz peanut butter chips
  • 24 oz white almond bark – broke into squares
  • Christmas Sprinkles
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Instructions

  • Layer all the ingredients in a crock pot with the almond bark on top in a 5-6 quart crock pot.
  • Cover and cook on low for 1 hour.  Stir the mixture every 15-20 minutes to ensure that the chocolate does not burn on the bottom of the crock pot.
  • Then use a spoon or a cookie scoop to scoop clusters onto a cookie sheet lined with wax paper or parchment paper.  Then decorate each cluster with the Christmas Sprinkles. Make sure to do this immediately before the clusters are set.
  • Allow the cluster to set at room temperature or put them in the refrigerator to let the almond bark set (approximately 1-2 hours).
  • Then the clusters are ready to serve and enjoy!

Recipe Video

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Recipe Notes

Stir the clusters in an airtight container or ziplock bag at room temperature.  If it’s more humid where you live, store them in the refrigerator to keep them from melting.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 542kcal, Carbohydrates 50g, Protein 12g, Fat 34g, Saturated Fat 19g, Polyunsaturated Fat 5g, Monounsaturated Fat 7g, Trans Fat 1g, Cholesterol 6mg, Sodium 160mg, Potassium 282mg, Fiber 4g, Sugar 40g, Vitamin A 39IU, Vitamin C 1mg, Calcium 51mg, Iron 2mg

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