It will soon be that time of year again when we start planning our Christmas Candy lists. This recipe is for a Classic candy but in a different method of making it. It is the same delicious treat we see around the Holidays, well this candy can actually be made year round.
It is just so easy this way. That could spell trouble for my waistline though. I made this version to be less expensive than what you were probably paying. With my recipe, it is a one store shopping trip, no special stores needed in order to find the ingredients.
This Christmas candy is actually kind of fun to make, one that you can get the kids involved with and have them help out. Depending on the size that you make each candy piece, this recipe will give you enough to make 60 to 75 pieces, if not more.
Once made, it is best to let the candy sit on a tray and placed into the refrigerator to set so they are easier to pick up.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Why must I follow the order when I add the chips?
Mainly because white chocolate chips will not melt if they are put in first. They will soften and turn into clumps. This does not mix well with the remaining ingredients.
Do I really need to use all three types of chocolate chips?
I would guess that you do not need to, however, the flavor would not be the same if you do not use all three.
Why do you say this is magic?
Because you set a timer after you dump the three types of chocolate in, and then add the remaining ingredients. The magic comes when the timer goes off and you get to stir the mix.
Can I use white bark instead of white chocolate chips?
Yes, as I tried to state, I was looking for a less expensive way of making this popular candy.
What do you need to make Crockpot Christmas Crack
1 bag, -11.5 ounces dark chocolate chips
1 bag,- 11.5 ounces milk chocolate chips
1 pound of salted peanuts
2 bags- 24 ounces white chocolate chips
1 cup unsalted peanuts
How to make Crockpot Christmas Crack
FIRST STEP:
In your slow cooker place the ingredients into the crock pot in the following order:
Dark chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, peanuts, white chocolate chips and peanut butter.
a)
b)
c)
d)
SECOND STEP:
Place the lid on and set the crock pot on high
Let cook for one hour without stirring
THIRD STEP:
Remove the lid and stir until the white chocolate chips are melted and all ingredients are combined
Cover baking trays with parchment paper or wax paper
a)
b)
c)
d)
Do not stir the mix!!
FOURTH STEP:
Using a tablespoon, drop the mix onto the trays, leaving a space in between each spoonful
a)
b)
Allow the candy to sit at room temperature or in the refrigerator for 2 hours; if you need to have these faster, place the tray into the freezer for 30 minutes.
The candy should be stored in the refrigerator or the freezer in air tight containers or bags with zippers
Enjoy!
YUM!
Crockpot Christmas Crack
Ingredients
- 1 bag, -11.5 ounces dark chocolate chips
- 1 bag,- 11.5 ounces milk chocolate chips
- 1 pound of salted peanuts
- 2 bags- 24 ounces white chocolate chips
- 1 cup unsalted peanuts
Instructions
FIRST STEP:
In your slow cooker place the ingredients into the crock pot in the following order:
Dark chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, peanuts, white chocolate chips and peanut butter.
Do not stir the mix!!
SECOND STEP:
Place the lid on and set the crock pot on high
Let cook for one hour without stirring
THIRD STEP:
Remove the lid and stir until the white chocolate chips are melted and all ingredients are combined
Cover baking trays with parchment paper or wax paper
FOURTH STEP:
Using a tablespoon, drop the mix onto the trays, leaving a space in between each spoonful
Allow the candy to sit at room temperature or in the refrigerator for 2 hours; if you need to have these faster, place the tray into the freezer for 30 minutes.
The candy should be stored in the refrigerator or the freezer in air tight containers or bags with zippers
Enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 60 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 240Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 57mgCarbohydrates: 22gFiber: 1gSugar: 19gProtein: 4g
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