I never would have thought to make this Peanut Clusters in Slow Cooker Recipe in the slow cooker!
Rest assured, they are DELICIOUS! They are sure to be a hit with your family and friends this Easter.
Why we love these Peanut Clusters in Slow Cooker
Making these Peanut Clusters in Slow Cooker was so easy, I feel like it was easier than the stovetop because chocolate can burn so quickly on the stove top, and you don't have that issue with the slow cooker.
I'm sure if you left it in the slow cooker for long enough, it would burn, so just be sure to keep an eye on it and don't overcook!
Of course, you can add in different candies if you don't want the regular M&M's, just make sure that it is something Spring or Easter color-themed and not too large!
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How to make these Peanut Clusters in Slow Cooker
Baker's Note about these Peanut Clusters in Slow Cooker
I did make this with milk chocolate which tends to melt quicker than dark chocolate, so if you are making it with dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips, it may take a little longer to melt.
You can of course use dark chocolate or even white chocolate - just be sure to keep an eye on it for different melting points.
Ingredients needed to make Peanut Clusters in Slow Cooker
- 2 bags, 11.5 oz each, milk chocolate chips
- 1 jar, 16 oz, dry roasted peanuts
- ½ cup spring M&M candies
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Directions for making Peanut Clusters in Slow Cooker
Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and make a space for one or both of them in the refrigerator. Set aside.
Add chocolate chips and peanuts to a slow cooker and mix. Place the cover on the slow cooker and set to low for 30 minutes. Stir well. Recover and heat for another 30 minutes. Stir and chocolate should be completely melted.
Use a 2 tablespoon portion scoop to scoop chocolate and peanuts onto prepared baking sheets.
Tuck candies into each dollop and refrigerate for 1 hour or until hard.
Store loosely covered at room temperature or refrigerate covered.
This recipe for Peanut Clusters in Slow Cooker makes 35-40 candies.
It is plenty enough for a family gathering or for filling up Easter baskets with homemade treats!
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Peanut Clusters in Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 2 bags milk chocolate chips
- 1 16 oz dry roasted peanuts
- ½ cup spring M&M candies
Instructions
- ine 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and make a space for one or both of them in the refrigerator. Set aside.
- Add chocolate chips and peanuts to a slow cooker and mix.
- Place the cover on the slow cooker and set to low for 30 minutes. Stir well.
- Recover and heat for another 30 minutes. Stir and chocolate should be completely melted.
- Use a 2 tablespoon portion scoop to scoop chocolate and peanuts onto prepared baking sheets. Tuck candies into each dollop and refrigerate for 1 hour or until hard.
- Store loosely covered at room temperature or refrigerate covered.
- Makes 35-40 candies
Liz says
SO easy made in the slow cooker!!! My family is already asking for another batch!!
Raquel says
What a great dessert idea for Easter. I love making candy in my slow cooker!
Danielle Murray says
Can you put the M&m’s in the crockpot?
Jennifer says
No, do not add the M&Ms until you are forming the little balls and putting them into the fridge. Even though they're supposed to "melt in your mouth, not in your hands," the slow cooker WILL melt them!