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Easy Slow Cooker Christmas Candy Clusters

A festive, foolproof chocolate-and-nut candy made effortlessly in the slow cooker—perfect for gifting, snacking, and holiday dessert tables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 36 clusters
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Candy Mix
  • 24 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 12 oz white almond bark or white candy melts
  • 12 oz milk chocolate chips
  • 1 cup salted peanuts
  • 1 cup unsalted peanuts
  • 1 cup pecans chopped, optional
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • holiday sprinkles optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Layer almond bark, milk chocolate, and semi-sweet chocolate in the slow cooker.
  2. Cook on LOW for 1.5–2 hours without stirring.
  3. Stir melted chocolate until smooth and fully combined.
  4. Add peanuts and pecans; fold until evenly coated.
  5. Scoop clusters onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
  6. Top with sprinkles and allow to set completely before storing.

Notes

Store in airtight containers for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 2 months.