Christmas Crock Pot Candy (Printable Version)
Slow-cooked peanuts and chocolate blend into a creamy, festive sweet treat with toffee and sprinkles.
# What You'll Need:
→ Nuts
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16-ounce jar lightly salted, dry-roasted peanuts
→ Chocolate
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22 ounces white chocolate chips (two 11-ounce bags)
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5 ounces dark chocolate chips (half of a 10-ounce bag)
→ Mix-ins
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½ cup creamy peanut butter
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⅓ cup toffee bits
→ Garnishes
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Festive sprinkles (optional)
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Sea salt (optional)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 -
Place the peanuts in an even layer at the bottom of the crock pot.
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Add white chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips, creamy peanut butter, and toffee bits on top of the peanuts.
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Cook on low heat for 1 hour, then stir thoroughly to coat all peanuts with the melted chocolate mixture.
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Cook for an additional 30 minutes on low, preparing lined sheet pans with parchment paper meanwhile.
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Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the parchment-lined pans. Optionally sprinkle with festive sprinkles and sea salt.
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Allow candies to cool completely until firm, approximately 30 to 60 minutes, before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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Use a cookie scoop for uniform candy portions and easier transfer.