Name: Crock Pot Peanut Clusters
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 1 h 40 min
Yield: 36 clusters
Cuisine: American

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February 16, 2026

Crockpot Peanut Clusters are the perfect holiday treat. If you are looking for a quick and easy candy recipe to make this Christmas, then look no further than this tasty chocolate candy. Making delish candy does not have to be complicated or time consuming. This easy recipe is wonderful for gift giving or parties.

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Crock Pot Peanut Clusters

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 6 other allergens identified

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Instructions

Spray inside of crock pot with non stick spray.

Add the almond bark, chopped pecans, crushed pretzels, and both sets of chocolate chips. Cook on high for 1 hour and then stir.

Allow to cook for an additional 30 mins and stir.

If your chocolate is not smooth, add an oil (Extra virgin olive oil, vegetable oil or melted coconut) one tablespoon at a time until chocolate smooth (should take no more than 2-3 tablespoons). Scoop mixture onto parchment lined baking sheets.

Optional: add caramel Chips

Allow clusters to set a room temperature for 1.5-2 hours or until set.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Chip Melting Magic 🍫
Layer your chocolate chips in a specific order - start with white almond bark on the bottom, then semi-sweet chips, and finally caramel chips for optimal melting and smooth texture.
Pretzel Pro Tip 🥨
Break pretzels into smaller, uneven pieces to create more interesting texture and ensure even distribution throughout the clusters.
Moisture Management 💧
Keep your crockpot lid slightly ajar during melting to prevent condensation from dripping into the chocolate and causing seizing.
Nut Toasting Technique 🥜
Lightly toast your peanuts or pecans in a dry skillet before adding to the recipe to enhance their nutty flavor and add a subtle crunch.
Cooling Cluster Hack ❄️
Use parchment paper or silicone mats for easy removal, and place clusters in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to set quickly and achieve a perfect snap.

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Hi! I’m Christina… welcome to my kitchen! It’s so nice to meet you! I share tried and true recipes that anyone can make. I believe, if you can read, you can cook.