Crockpot Chocolate Peanut Clusters

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour (on LOW)
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (+ cooling time)
Servings: 24 clusters
Difficulty: Easy
Category: Dessert

Description

These Crockpot Chocolate Peanut Clusters are an effortless, decadent treat made with just 4 ingredients! Creamy chocolate, rich peanut butter, and crunchy peanuts come together in a slow cooker for a no-fuss candy that’s perfect for gifting, parties, or a sweet snack.

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Ingredients

• 16 oz (453g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 12 oz (340g) milk chocolate chips

• 24 oz (680g) dry roasted peanuts (salted or unsalted)

• 4 oz (113g) peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)

• Optional: 1 tsp vanilla extract or sea salt for topping

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Crockpot

1. Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with non-stick spray or line it with a slow cooker liner for easy cleanup.

Step 2: Layer Ingredients

2. Add chocolates – Pour the semi-sweet and milk chocolate chips into the crockpot.

3. Add peanut butter – Spoon the peanut butter on top of the chocolate chips.

4. Set to LOW – Cover and cook on LOW heat for 1 hour. Do not stir yet.

Step 3: Stir in Peanuts

5. After 1 hour, stir the mixture until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.

6. Fold in peanuts – Add the dry roasted peanuts and mix until fully coated.

Step 4: Form Clusters

7. Drop by spoonfuls onto parchment paper or wax paper (about 1-2 tablespoons per cluster).

8. Optional: Sprinkle with sea salt or extra peanuts for garnish.

Step 5: Cool & Set

9. Let cool at room temperature for 1-2 hours or refrigerate for 30 minutes to harden faster.

10. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

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Nutrition Information (Per Cluster)

Additional Notes:

• Saturated Fat: 5g

• Sugars: 12g

• Fiber: 2g

• Sodium: 80mg (varies based on peanuts used)

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Tips & Variations

✅ Use Different Nuts – Try almonds, cashews, or pecans instead of peanuts.
✅ White Chocolate Version – Swap milk chocolate for white chocolate and add dried cranberries.
✅ Spicy Kick – Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a sweet & spicy twist.
✅ Double Batch – Perfect for holiday gifts! Just adjust cooking time slightly if doubling.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Only 4 ingredients – Super simple!
✔ No baking required – Just melt & set.
✔ Great for gifting – Package in cute boxes or bags.
✔ Crowd-pleaser – Perfect for parties and potlucks.

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Enjoy these rich, crunchy, and chocolatey Crockpot Peanut Clusters! 🍫🥜