Crock Pot Chocolate Peanut Clusters Recipe

Introduction

These Crock Pot Chocolate Peanut Clusters are a delightful blend of creamy chocolate and crunchy peanuts, perfect for holiday treats or anytime snacking. Using a slow cooker makes melting and mixing the ingredients simple and mess-free. They’re easy to make and sure to impress with festive sprinkles on top.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs vanilla almond bark (broken into pieces)
• 4 oz German chocolate bar (broken into pieces)
• 16 oz honey roasted peanuts
• 16 oz salted roasted peanuts
• 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
• Holiday sprinkles for topping

Instructions

1. Step 1: Line 2-3 large baking sheets with parchment paper or wax paper. Set aside.
2. Step 2: Break the vanilla almond bark and German chocolate bar into pieces and place them in your slow cooker. Add the chocolate chips and both types of peanuts. There’s no need to grease the crock pot.
3. Step 3: Cover and cook on LOW for 1 hour. After 1 hour, check and stir the mixture. The chocolate should be mostly melted. If it’s not, cover and cook for an additional 15-30 minutes, checking every 15 minutes. Once melted, switch the crock pot to WARM to keep the chocolate fluid.
4. Step 4: Using a small cookie scoop or two spoons, drop tablespoon-sized clusters onto the prepared baking sheets. Work relatively quickly, but the warm setting gives you flexibility as the chocolate remains melted.
5. Step 5: Immediately sprinkle holiday sprinkles on top of each cluster while the chocolate is still wet to help them stick.
6. Step 6: Allow the clusters to set at room temperature for 1-2 hours, or refrigerate for 30-45 minutes to speed up the process.
7. Step 7: Once fully set, store the clusters in an airtight container.

Tips & Variations

• For a different nut flavor, try substituting roasted almonds or cashews instead of peanuts.
• Use colored holiday sprinkles to customize the clusters for various occasions.
• If you prefer a sweeter cluster, add mini marshmallows or dried fruit along with the peanuts.
• Be sure to stir the chocolate mixture well to prevent burning and ensure even melting.

Storage

Store the clusters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, refrigerate them for up to 1 month. If refrigerated, bring them to room temperature before serving for the best texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of chocolate?

Yes, you can substitute the German chocolate bar and semi-sweet chips with milk chocolate or dark chocolate if you prefer. Just keep in mind that different chocolates may alter the sweetness and texture slightly.

What if I don’t have a slow cooker?

You can melt the almond bark and chocolates in a double boiler on the stove, stirring frequently, then mix in the peanuts and proceed with forming clusters as directed.

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These Crock Pot Chocolate Peanut Clusters are a delightful no-bake treat combining rich vanilla almond bark, German chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and a mix of honey roasted and salted peanuts. Made effortlessly in your slow cooker, these clusters are perfect for holiday gifting or a sweet snack, topped with festive sprinkles for added charm.

• Author: Maya
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 60 clusters 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Slow Cooking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Chocolates

• 2 lbs vanilla almond bark, broken into pieces
• 4 oz German chocolate bar, broken into pieces
• 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips

Peanuts

• 16 oz honey roasted peanuts
• 16 oz salted roasted peanuts

Topping

• Holiday sprinkles for topping

Instructions

1. Prepare baking sheets: Line 2-3 large baking sheets with parchment paper or wax paper and set aside to prepare for the clusters.
2. Combine ingredients in crock pot: Break the vanilla almond bark and German chocolate bar into pieces and place them in your slow cooker along with the semi-sweet chocolate chips and both types of peanuts. There is no need to grease the crock pot.
3. Cook the mixture: Cover and cook on LOW heat for 1 hour. After 1 hour, check and stir the mixture. The chocolate should be mostly melted. If not fully melted, cover and cook for an additional 15-30 minutes, checking every 15 minutes.
4. Keep chocolate warm: After melting, switch the crock pot to the WARM setting to maintain a fluid chocolate consistency, allowing you to work at your own pace while scooping clusters.
5. Form clusters: Using a small cookie scoop or two spoons, drop tablespoon-sized clusters onto the prepared baking sheets. Work relatively quickly, but the warm setting will give you some flexibility.
6. Add sprinkles: Immediately sprinkle holiday sprinkles on the clusters while the chocolate is still wet, ensuring the sprinkles stick well.
7. Set clusters: Allow the clusters to set at room temperature for 1-2 hours or refrigerate for 30-45 minutes to speed up the process.
8. Store properly: Once fully set, store the clusters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, or refrigerate for up to 1 month for longer freshness.

Notes

• Use parchment or wax paper to prevent sticking on baking sheets.
• Do not grease the crock pot to avoid interfering with chocolate setting.
• Maintaining the WARM setting after melting helps keep the chocolate fluid for easier scooping.
• Adding sprinkles immediately ensures they adhere well to the clusters.
• Clusters can be refrigerated or kept at room temperature depending on how soon you want to eat them.
• For a different nutty variation, you can substitute or mix in other nuts as desired.

Keywords: Slow cooker, chocolate peanut clusters, no bake dessert, holiday treats, crock pot sweets