Description
White Chocolate Crockpot Candy is a simple and delicious treat made by melting white candy bark and mixing it with dry roasted peanuts using a slow cooker. The mixture is then scooped onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and topped with colorful sprinkles, making it perfect for holidays or special occasions. This no-fuss recipe creates bite-sized candies that set quickly and satisfy your sweet tooth with creamy white chocolate and crunchy peanuts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 16 ounces dry roasted peanuts
- 24 ounces white candy bark
- Sprinkles of your choice
Instructions
- Prepare Slow Cooker: Pour the dry roasted peanuts and pieces of white candy bark into the basin of a 4-6 quart slow cooker.
- Cook the Mixture: Cover and cook on LOW for 2 hours or until the bark is completely melted, stirring every 30 minutes if possible.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Scoop Candy: Stir the melted mixture, then use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop approximately tablespoons of mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Add Sprinkles: Immediately add sprinkles of your choice on top of each candy piece before the candy sets.
- Cool and Set: Allow the candies to cool for approximately 10 minutes so they can harden, then enjoy.
Notes
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature or in the fridge for up to 10 days to keep them fresh.
- Try different mix-ins such as other nuts, chow mein noodles, pretzel sticks, coconut, or butterscotch chips to change up the flavor and texture.
- Use sprinkles that suit your theme or holiday for a festive touch.
- For stovetop preparation, melt candy bark in a large saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently until smooth, then stir in peanuts and continue with the recipe.
- For microwave preparation, melt the candy bark in 30-second increments in a large microwave-safe bowl, stirring between each, then fold in peanuts evenly before proceeding.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
