↑This easy crock pot candy could not be easier! Lots of white chocolate, nuts, and pretzels are swirled together in this candy recipe.
Grab your containers and give some away, this makes a huge batch!
Every year I like to make dozens of Christmas treats. Part of the reason I do this is because I cannot narrow down my list of cookies; I love Christmas cookies and hate leaving anyone out. But the other reason I make so many treats is because I love giving them away.
We are definitely going to include this crock pot candy recipe in our gifts this year. This recipe is a fabulous no-bake treat. It is easy to assemble and makes a big batch; which is perfect for gift giving. This recipe is versatile too!
I used two pounds of white candy coating or chocolate bark, white chocolate bare and one bag of white chocolate chips, but you could easily use milk chocolate instead. The chocolate melts in the slow cooker and then I added unsalted nuts and pretzel pieces. You could stop here, or you could add finely crushed peppermint, caramel bits (do not freeze the candy if you add caramel bits, the caramel may get too hard) or candy-coated pieces.
Pack your candies into a festive tin or reusable containers and give them away to everyone you know! Everyone will be thankful for the homemade treat!
Easy Crock Pot Candy
Ingredients
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Instructions
Nutrition Information
Yield 96 Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving Calories 122 Total Fat 7g Saturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0g Unsaturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 3mg Sodium 32mg Carbohydrates 13g Fiber 0g Sugar 11g Protein 2g
Cheri S.B. says
November 11, 2016 at 9:56 pmMay I ask what brand name of white chocolate of all 3 products you use? The secret is a good chocolate. Thank-You.
Lemonsforlulu says
November 12, 2016 at 9:04 amOf course! I used Candiquik and Ghirardelli.
Debbie says
November 15, 2016 at 10:22 amDo you use Pam or anything to keep the candy from sticking to the crockpot?
Lemonsforlulu says
November 15, 2016 at 6:42 pmYes! I’ll add that, you definitely want to add some non-stick spray.
Valerie wade says
December 15, 2016 at 5:24 pmI use the plastic crock pot liners (usually comes in a box of 4) then aside from the spoon you use no cleaning needed. Doesnt get any better.
Lemonsforlulu says
December 18, 2016 at 4:03 pmThat is so smart!
Kristen says
November 15, 2016 at 8:29 pmWe prefer dark chocolate; would it be best to substitute semi-sweet chips to get the same consistency?
Lemonsforlulu says
November 18, 2016 at 8:01 amI would mix dark chocolate and semi-sweet.
Julie says
November 16, 2016 at 9:08 amDark chocolate or milk ok to use??
Lemonsforlulu says
November 18, 2016 at 8:02 amYes!
Melissa says
November 16, 2016 at 3:30 pmI never thought of making candy in a crock pot before! This is so great because it keeps the chocolate warm so it doesn’t start to harden before you are done making the candy.
Lemonsforlulu says
November 18, 2016 at 8:02 amExactly!
Patricia says
November 16, 2016 at 8:05 pmWhat is a crockpot candy? Is this a special crockpot for candy making?
Lemonsforlulu says
November 18, 2016 at 8:01 amNo special crockpot necessary, just a way to make candy IN your current crockpot. It’s so easy!
Linda Deavours says
November 17, 2016 at 1:15 pmI think I can do this ! Thank you !
Lemonsforlulu says
November 18, 2016 at 8:00 amYes you can!
Rebecca says
November 19, 2016 at 2:43 pmCould you add some peanut butter?
Lemonsforlulu says
November 21, 2016 at 2:45 pmI love adding peanut butter to white chocolate! Yes you can!
Shelly Sapp says
November 21, 2016 at 2:21 pmI have two questions. Why non salted nuts? I think the salty/sweet would taste yummy.
Do I have to used the candy bark or disks? Would just milk or white chips be okay? I don’t like the taste of the *fake* chocolate. What is a cooking chocolate bar? Thank you! Can’t wait to make these for friends:)
Lemonsforlulu says
November 21, 2016 at 2:50 pmI prefer to skip the salted peanuts especially if I am adding pretzels as the pretzels already have quite a bit of salt, but it is certainly your preference. I like the wafer or the bark because they stay so creamy and melt easily. If you use all white chocolate chips, I would be sure to add oil or shortening to think the chocolate and to keep it a nice consistency. White chocolate chips can clump and harden. I used a white chocoalte bar such as Bakers or Ghirdelli. These are fun and you could add so much to them!
Cathy says
November 24, 2016 at 4:26 pmI’d like to make with chocolate in lieu of white chocolate. Do I substitute the white chocolate baking bar with an unsweetened baking bar or do I use a sweetened baking bar? I’m using 2lbs chocolate melts/disks, 6oz unsweetened chocolate baking bar, 6oz each dark chocolate chips and 6oz milk chocolate, 3 cups unsalted peanuts, 2-1/2 cups small pretzel twists. Is this correct?
Lemonsforlulu says
November 27, 2016 at 8:20 pmI think that sounds like a great way to swap out the white chocolate.
Jennifer says
November 25, 2016 at 11:34 amDo you break up the pretzels?
Lemonsforlulu says
November 27, 2016 at 8:19 pmYes, break them into bite-sized pieces.
Bama says
November 27, 2016 at 4:40 pmI’m too old to buy a crockpot-I should be able to use a double boiler on low?
Just don’t need another appliance in a small kitchen. Recipe sounds yummy.
Lemonsforlulu says
November 27, 2016 at 8:07 pmYes you can, you will need to watch them closely and stir often.
Kara says
November 27, 2016 at 8:04 pmDo you think these could be frozen? Or, how long do you think they will keep in the refrigerator (or room temp)? I need some, but then won’t need the remainder of them for a few weeks. Thanks for any suggestions! I can’t wait to try them….they look delicious!
Lemonsforlulu says
November 27, 2016 at 8:07 pmThey can definitely be frozen for a couple of weeks. Place them in an airtight container, layering them between sheets of parchment paper. Before you serve them, allow them to come to room temperature.
Kara says
November 27, 2016 at 8:09 pmThanks for the quick reply! I will be making these VERY SOON! Thank you!
Lynette Price says
December 3, 2016 at 6:41 amCan popcorn be added to the chocolate instead of just pretzels or nuts?
Lemonsforlulu says
December 4, 2016 at 5:46 pmI would worry that the popcorn would become too chewy.
Deana Toler says
December 4, 2016 at 6:17 amI can wait for my hubby to make this, yes I said hubby he makes awesome Christmas candy
Merry Christmas from my Family to yours & Happy New Years
Lemonsforlulu says
December 4, 2016 at 5:38 pmI hope you enjoy! Merry Christmas to you too! Thank you for being here!
Shawna says
December 4, 2016 at 1:20 pmHow long are they ok at room temperature? I don’t really have freezer space but I would like to get them done soon ? Thanks so much
Lemonsforlulu says
December 4, 2016 at 5:37 pmThey should be fine at room temperature for a few hours; just be sure your room doesn’t get too warm as the chocolate will soften over time.
Katherine says
November 25, 2017 at 10:41 pmI would like to mail these bits of deliciousness as Christmas presents. Do you think that would work?
Tanya Schroeder says
November 27, 2017 at 5:33 amI think you could defiitely mail these, but I would pack them in ice or even dry ice.
Joy G Frye says
December 4, 2016 at 9:06 pmI make the dark chocolate version in my crock pot often. I use a crock pot liner so there is minimal clean up as well. Thanks for this recipe. Can’t wait to try white chocolate version. May add a few dried cranberries for color too.
Lemonsforlulu says
December 6, 2016 at 2:07 pmThe liner is brilliant!
KJ says
December 6, 2016 at 11:29 amthis looks so good but im allergic to peanuts. is there an alternative for the peanuts?
Lemonsforlulu says
December 6, 2016 at 2:07 pmYou could use dried fruit, animal crackers, or M&M candies.
Sue Horton says
December 6, 2016 at 12:55 pmCould you supply the recipe for a milk chocolate version?
Lemonsforlulu says
December 6, 2016 at 2:07 pmSure, I would use the same amounts listed in the recipe but use semi-sweet and milk chocolate instead.
Becky Weitzel says
December 6, 2016 at 1:41 pmAny suggestions for nut-free? I want to make these for my students, but some have nut allergies.
Lemonsforlulu says
December 6, 2016 at 2:06 pmI would use pretzels and maybe dried fruit like cherries or cranberries. Also candies like M&M’s would work well.
Shalyse says
December 8, 2016 at 8:08 amIt says the total bake time is 7 minutes, but it says to place chocolate in crock pot for 1-1/2 hours until melted. Is that supposed to say minutes?
Lemonsforlulu says
December 9, 2016 at 8:25 amMy recipe card is wrong; the cook time is 90 minutes.
Jill says
December 8, 2016 at 9:32 pmCant wait to try these, I will swap out the nuts for some red and green M&M’s 🙂
Lemonsforlulu says
December 9, 2016 at 8:23 amPerfect!
Janelle says
December 9, 2016 at 12:11 amWait, on the very top it says 2 minute cooking time but then in the instructions it says an hour and a half. So… which is it?
Lemonsforlulu says
December 9, 2016 at 8:23 amDon’t know why it says 2 minutes the cook time is 90 minutes.
Heather says
December 9, 2016 at 10:12 amCan you use bark instead of candy coating?
Lemonsforlulu says
December 9, 2016 at 9:02 pmAbsolutely!
Freda says
December 11, 2016 at 12:45 pmCan’t get receipe. Help
Lemonsforlulu says
December 14, 2016 at 6:54 amThe recipe can be found at the bottom of the page.
Carol says
December 11, 2016 at 7:24 pmMight need to add how often to stir, on low my crockpot scorched… on warm it was not thin enough… a lot more frustrating then I thought!
Lemonsforlulu says
December 11, 2016 at 7:34 pmThat is a good point, I will certainly do that.
Becky Fransen says
December 12, 2016 at 4:10 pmCan I store these in the freezer til I need them? Will they keep?
Lemonsforlulu says
December 14, 2016 at 6:53 amYes they freeze really well! Just be sure to allow them to come to room temperature or just slightly cooler before serving.
Freda says
December 14, 2016 at 12:11 pmI received your reply regarding receipe being at the bottom of the page however it is not there for me. Please help I really want the receipe. Thank you!!
Sharen says
December 15, 2016 at 8:33 amI am not clear on the pretzet measurement. Do I measure the pretzels before being broken or after , when they are in smaller pieces ? thank you
Lemonsforlulu says
December 15, 2016 at 8:38 amI would measure the after they are broken into pieces.
Sharen says
December 15, 2016 at 8:41 amYour response was so fast. Perfect because I plan on making them this morning. You’re the best!
Darren says
December 16, 2016 at 9:15 amHas anyone tried this recipe with dry roasted nuts?
Sharen says
December 17, 2016 at 10:11 amOh YES, these are so good. I made them and soooo delicious. I was able to get 106 spoonfuls and they still are a good size. Very easy to make. I did forget to spray my crockpot, but I started stirring at 45 minutes and did not have a problem. Forgot the sprinkles while they were still tacky, but put them on after and pressed down a bit. Next batch I will not forget that step! EVERYBODY, you need to try these. VERY GOOD.
Lemonsforlulu says
December 18, 2016 at 4:05 pmI’m so excited to hear this Sharen!! I bet the sprinkles made them looks so fun! Thanks for sharing your experience and for trying the recipe.
Toni says
December 18, 2016 at 12:15 amI make crockpot candy similar to this. Cant wait to try it. If you put unsalted peanuts on bottom, they will roast a little. Watch the crockpot. Even in low they need to be stirred. I burnt a batch once.
Lemonsforlulu says
December 18, 2016 at 3:57 pmThose are excellent tips Toni!
Nathalia says
December 18, 2016 at 10:53 amThe ingredient lists crockpot candy. Is that something I need to find? Tried googling it I only see recipes.
Lemonsforlulu says
December 18, 2016 at 3:57 pmThat’s just title; sorry!
Tina Artley says
December 18, 2016 at 1:07 pmCan I use chocolate bark in place of the chocolate baking bar…I have the chips and wafers/disk but bought bark instead of bar by accident???
Lemonsforlulu says
December 18, 2016 at 3:55 pmYou can, the flavor will be a little different, but the ingredients are fairly interchangeable.
Marg paez says
December 18, 2016 at 3:47 pmDo you cover or uncover when melting chocolates
Lemonsforlulu says
December 18, 2016 at 3:54 pmI kept it covered.
Paula says
December 18, 2016 at 7:20 pmHello. Dumb question, If I add M&Ms will they melt into the chocolate?
Lemonsforlulu says
December 18, 2016 at 8:20 pmI would add M&M’s just before you are ready to drop your candy into paper cups. The color from the candy may bleed a little, but for the most party the candy should be fine.
Paula says
December 19, 2016 at 9:24 amThank you. Going to make them today.
Cynthia says
December 22, 2016 at 1:02 pmCan you add rice crispies
Lemonsforlulu says
December 23, 2016 at 12:09 pmI don’t see why not! They’d add a nice crunch.
Glenda Ricord says
December 22, 2016 at 3:42 pmI’m making some version of this tonight. I’m using Cap’n Crunch cereal, cocktail peanuts and maybe Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. Hope they turn out goo. Thanks for the recipe.
Lemonsforlulu says
December 23, 2016 at 12:08 pmNever thought to use that cereal! Would love to know how it turns out!
Glenda says
December 27, 2016 at 7:26 pmThis turned out great with the Cap’n Crunch. I took it to a Christmas party and it was gobbled up. Lots of requests for the recipe. Thanks for posting this.
Karen Hembree says
November 6, 2017 at 10:40 amI make something similar called Fruit Loop Clusters. Can add small colored marshmallows. I see to call mine Christmas Candy, no pretzels in mine. So many things you can add!
Tanya Schroeder says
November 17, 2017 at 10:06 amI’ll have to try that! This recipe is so incredibly versatile!
Nancy Solum says
November 13, 2017 at 4:20 pmIf I use crushed peppermints, should that replace the peanuts in this recipe? Do you use the pretzels along with the peppermint? I am new to candy making. Thank you!
Tanya Schroeder says
November 17, 2017 at 10:05 amYou can, or you could reduce the amount of nuts you use. Keep in mind that the peppermints will likely give the chocolates a pink hue.
Leigh says
November 13, 2017 at 5:37 pmWould this recipe also work as a bark. I do not have mini muffin tins
Tanya Schroeder says
November 17, 2017 at 10:04 amIt would! You could also line a baking sheet with the mini muffin cups.
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
November 15, 2017 at 6:11 pmGotta have some homemade candy!!
Margie says
November 16, 2017 at 5:35 pmHas anyone tried pecans or almonds instead?
Tanya Schroeder says
November 17, 2017 at 10:03 amI think any kind of nut would work well in this recipe!
Megan (MegUnprocessed) says
November 17, 2017 at 12:22 amSuch a fun idea!
Tanya Schroeder says
November 17, 2017 at 10:02 amThank you!
Carolyn Ingram says
November 17, 2017 at 10:16 pmThis looks amazing!
Katherine says
November 26, 2017 at 10:04 pmI sent my comments twice but, never received an answer! I said that the recipe sounds delicious. I would like to add peanut butter. How much would I use for this recipe?
Thank you,
Katherine
Tanya Schroeder says
November 27, 2017 at 5:31 amMy apologize Katherine, I unplugged over the holiday to spend time with my family. I think how much peanut butter to add will depend on how pronounced you want the peanut butter to be. I would start with maybe a 1/2 a cup; the good thing is you can sort of taste as you go along.
Rebecca says
November 29, 2017 at 11:14 pmI do this but instead of pretzels….I add Captain Crunch and at the last minute add mini marshmallows. I use salted nuts.
Tanya Schroeder says
December 1, 2017 at 6:43 pmThat sound so good!
Rebecca Schultz says
December 4, 2017 at 2:13 pmTonya please try my version at some point and let me know what you think. I’ve always loved Capt. Crunch.
Tanya Schroeder says
December 4, 2017 at 6:07 pmI will!
Susan says
September 22, 2018 at 2:43 pmNestle has come out with Maple flavored morsels in 10 oz. bags. What can I add using your recipe to make your crock pot candy? I thought using these maple flavored morsels would make the candy taste like pralines.
Tanya Schroeder says
September 29, 2018 at 5:00 pmI think that is a great idea! I would add the maple morsels for some of the white chocolate. You could also add pecans to make them more like pralines.
Edith says
October 11, 2018 at 11:43 pmI have used mixed nuts I chopped the larger ones to match the smaller ones. I cant wait to try the all white and add dyed cherries