Best 7 Slow Cooker Candy Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with delectable candy concoctions crafted in the convenience of your slow cooker. From the classic allure of creamy fudge and luscious caramels to the vibrant burst of fruity gummies and the nostalgic charm of peanut brittle, this culinary journey promises a symphony of flavors to satisfy every sweet craving. Dive into the richness of chocolate-infused treats like the decadent Slow Cooker Chocolate Fudge and the irresistible Slow Cooker Chocolate Peanut Clusters. Indulge in the buttery goodness of the Slow Cooker Peanut Brittle, where the delicate crunch harmonizes perfectly with the sweet embrace of peanuts. For a taste of fruity delight, embark on a tropical adventure with the vibrant Slow Cooker Tropical Fruit Gummies, bursting with the essence of pineapple, mango, and kiwi. Transport yourself to a land of caramel bliss with the velvety Slow Cooker Salted Caramel, a symphony of sweet and savory notes. And for those who love a classic twist, the Slow Cooker Vanilla Bean Fudge awaits, offering a timeless indulgence that never fails to impress.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER CHOCOLATE CANDY



Slow Cooker Chocolate Candy image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Time 3h25m

Yield 30 to 40 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds salted dry-roasted peanuts
4 ounces German's sweet chocolate (about 4 squares)
One 12-ounce package semisweet chocolate chips (about 2 cups)
2 1/2 pounds white almond bark

Steps:

  • Put the peanuts in the bottom of a 4-quart slow cooker. Layer the chocolate over the peanuts, beginning with the sweet chocolate, followed by the chocolate chips and then the almond bark. Set the temperature on low and cook for 3 hours. Do not stir the mixture. After 3 hours, stir the mixture with a wooden spoon until smooth. Drop the candy into cupcake pan liners using about 2 tablespoons per liner. Allow the candy to cool completely before removing the cupcake liners.

SLOW COOKER CHOCOLATE CANDY



Slow Cooker Chocolate Candy image

It's a good holiday recipe that the kids can help with and you can work on other things while it's cooking.

Provided by Beadlady2

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Nut Candy Recipes

Time 3h35m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds dry roasted peanuts
4 (1 ounce) squares German sweet chocolate
1 (12 ounce) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 ½ pounds white almond bark

Steps:

  • Layer peanuts, German chocolate squares, chocolate chips, and white almond bark, respectively, into slow cooker.
  • Set slow cooker to low and cook for 3 hours. Do not stir.
  • Stir mixture with wooden spoon until smooth. Drop by tablespoonfuls into miniature muffin cups. Cool until hardened, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 155.8 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

SLOW COOKER CHOCOLATE-PEANUT CANDY



Slow Cooker Chocolate-Peanut Candy image

This slow cooker candy is almost like the peanut clusters that you can buy. I have taken it to parties several times and there is never any left to bring home.

Provided by Donna Huemme

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Peanut Dessert Recipes

Time 4h15m

Yield 85

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (16 ounce) jars dry-roasted, salted peanuts
1 (12 ounce) bag semisweet chocolate chips
4 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, broken into pieces
3 pounds white bark, broken into pieces

Steps:

  • Layer peanuts, chocolate chips, unsweetened chocolate, and white bark (in the order listed) in a 4- or 5-quart slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on Low, without removing the lid, for 3 hours. Turn off and cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
  • Drop chocolate mixture by teaspoonfuls onto pieces of waxed paper. Let sit until thoroughly cool, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 86.9 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

SLOW COOKER CANDY



Slow Cooker Candy image

Chocolate-covered nut candy made in the slow cooker.

Provided by futbolmom

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Nut Candy Recipes

Time 4h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

24 ounces chocolate almond bark
8 ounces unsalted peanuts
8 ounces salted nuts, or more to taste
1 (12 ounce) bag semisweet chocolate chips
4 ounces German sweet chocolate (such as Baker's®)

Steps:

  • Layer chocolate almond bark, peanuts, salted nuts, semisweet chocolate chips, and German sweet chocolate (in that order and without mixing) in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on High for 2 hours. Stir to mix.
  • Line a baking sheet with waxed paper. Drop spoonfuls of melted chocolate mixture onto the paper and allow to harden, about 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 826.9 calories, Carbohydrate 67.5 g, Fat 68.1 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 26.1 g, Sodium 8.9 mg, Sugar 27.2 g

SLOW COOKER PEANUT 'BRITTLE' CANDY RECIPE - (4.3/5)



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Provided by Susan52

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups sugar (Baker's sugar has finer granules and will dissolve well)
1 cup light corn syrup
4 cups your favorite nuts (I used 3 cups dry roasted lightly salted peanuts and 1 cup raw almonds. because I care about health.)
4 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoon baking soda
Parchment paper or Release foil, to line pan

Steps:

  • I used my 6 quart Smart Set crockpot for this. I like the Smart Set because I can set it for 30 minute intervals and it will beep for me when the 30 minutes is done. And I seem to need the beeps, because I tend to wander off if I find something shiny. Drop the 4 tablespoons of butter into your crockpot. Add the sugar and the corn syrup on top of the butter. Pour in the vanilla. Cover your crockpot and turn to high for one hour. Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper or release foil. After an hour, stir well to mix everything around. Add the baking soda. It will sizzle and make fun noises. Your sugar mixture will be kind of milky-yellow and the sugar might still look granulated. Cover again and cook on high for another 30 minutes. Check and stir in nuts. Cover and cook again for another 15-30 minutes, or until the sugar mixture is brown and looks the color of peanut brittle. Or a payday candy bar. Then, USING OVEN MITTS, carefully (CAREFULLY! seriously---use the oven mitts) pour half of the pot onto each cookie sheet and spread out with a spatula. It will be lumpy. that's because there are nuts. Let cool at room temperature for about an hour, then tear into pieces.

SLOW COOKER PEANUT 'NOT BRITTLE' CANDY



Slow Cooker Peanut 'Not Brittle' Candy image

I got this from Stephanie from A Year of Slow Cooking. I made some really good candy the other day,with all of the ingredients you would use to make peanut brittle. But the crockpot doesn't really get hot enough to make peanut brittle,so you get this awesome chewy fudgey peanut wonderfulness which is a lot like a Payday candy...

Provided by LINDA BAILEY

Categories     Nuts

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 c sugar or splenda
1 c light corn syrup
4 c of your favorite nuts (i used lightly salted peanuts and cashews)
4 Tbsp butter
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 tsp baking soda
parchment paper or release foil

Steps:

  • 1. Drop the 4 tablespoons of butter into your crockpot. Add the sugar and the corn syrup on top of the butter. Pour in the vanilla. Cover your crockpot and turn to high for one hour. Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper or release foil. After an hour,stir well to mix everything around.
  • 2. Add the baking soda. It will sizzle and make fun noises. Your sugar mixture will be kind of milky yellow and the sugar might still look granulated. Cover again and cook on high for another 30 minutes. Check and stir in nuts. Cover and cook again for another 15-30 minutes.
  • 3. Or until the sugar mixture is brown and looks the color of peanut brittle. Or a payday candy bar nugent. Using oven mitts,carefully pour half of the pot onto each cookie sheet and spread out with a spatula. It will be lumpy because of the nuts. Let cool at room temperature for about an hour. Then tear into pieces.

SLOW COOKER CHOCOLATE CANDY



SLOW COOKER CHOCOLATE CANDY image

Categories     Candy     Chocolate     Drink

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds salted dry-roasted peanuts
4 ounces German's sweet chocolate (about 4 squares)
One 12-ounce package semisweet chocolate chips (about 2 cups)
2 1/2 pounds white almond bark

Steps:

  • Put the peanuts in the bottom of a 4-quart slow cooker. Layer the chocolate over the peanuts, beginning with the sweet chocolate, followed by the chocolate chips and then the almond bark. Set the temperature on low and cook for 3 hours. Do not stir the mixture. After 3 hours, stir the mixture with a wooden spoon until smooth. Drop the candy into cupcake pan liners using about 2 tablespoons per liner. Allow the candy to cool completely before removing the cupcake liners. Recipe adapted from Home Cooking with Trisha Yearwood (c) Clarkson Potter 2010

Tips:

  • Choose the right slow cooker: For candy making, a 3- to 4-quart slow cooker is ideal. Make sure the slow cooker has a tight-fitting lid to prevent evaporation.
  • Prepare your ingredients carefully: Before you start cooking, measure and prepare all of your ingredients. This will help you avoid mistakes and ensure that your candy turns out perfectly.
  • Use a candy thermometer: A candy thermometer is essential for making candy in a slow cooker. It will help you ensure that the candy reaches the correct temperature, which is critical for achieving the desired consistency.
  • Stir the candy regularly: Stirring the candy regularly will help prevent it from burning and ensure that it cooks evenly.
  • Be patient: Making candy in a slow cooker takes time. Don't rush the process, or you may end up with undercooked candy.

Conclusion:

Making candy in a slow cooker is a great way to save time and energy. With a little planning and preparation, you can create delicious and professional-looking candies right in your own kitchen. So next time you have a craving for something sweet, try making candy in your slow cooker. You won't be disappointed.

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