Forget the baskets—this Easter Crock Pot Candy is the real star of the holiday. The perfect sweet and salty combination, it’s packed with crunchy peanuts and salty pretzel twists all wrapped in a creamy, sweet vanilla chocolate coating.
It’s the ultimate no-stress, no-bake Easter candy that’s perfect for sharing, gifting, or gobbling up all on your own. (Don’t worry – I won’t tell!)
Why You’ll Love Easter Crock Pot Candy
- Super Simple: With just a few ingredients and a trusty crock pot, this recipe comes together with hardly any effort.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Sweet, salty, and crunchy, these treats are sure to be a hit with kids, adults, and everyone in between.
- Perfect for Gifts: Make a big batch and pack it up into small containers for a fun and tasty gift.
- No Baking Required: That’s right, no need to turn on the oven for this sweet treat. Let the crock pot do the magic, and you can sit back and relax.
What You’ll Need:
Ingredients:
- Vanilla almond bark
- Roasted, salted peanuts
- Itty Bitty Mini Pretzel Twists
- Easter M&M candies
Equipment:
- Crock pot or slow cooker
- Cooking spray or a slow cooker liner
- Mixing spoon
- Large baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Cookie scoop
- Measuring cups and spoons
How to Make Easter Crock Pot Candy
To make things even easier for you, I created a simple photo guide below. For all measurements and a more detailed guide, check out the recipe card at the bottom of this page.
Step 1 – Break the almond bark into large pieces, and place in a crock pot prepared with cooking spray or a liner. Cook on low for 1.5 hours until the bark is melted. Remember to stir the chocolate very frequently as it melts.
Step 2 – Cook on low for 1.5 hours until the bark is melted. Remember to stir the chocolate very frequently as it melts.
Step 3 – When the almond bark is melted and smooth, stir in the peanuts and pretzels.
Step 4 – Using a cookie scoop, scoop the candy mixture from the crockpot onto a parchment lined baking sheet. As you scoop let a little bit of the extra candy drop off the scoop. Quickly top with Easter M&Ms. Chill for an hour or until set.
Essential Tips:
Don’t skip these tips – read them before starting to avoid any potential mistakes.
- Don’t Overheat the Bark: Keep the crock pot on low, and stir very frequently to prevent scorching the almond bark or causing it to seize.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Ensure your peanuts, pretzels, and M&Ms are fresh for the best flavor and crunch.
- Work Quickly: Once the candy is scooped onto the parchment paper, add the Easter M&Ms right away before it sets.
- Line Your Crock Pot: Using a slow cooker liner makes cleanup a breeze.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Giving Crock Pot Candy away as a gift?
Here are a few cute packaging ideas to make it egg-stra special:
- Grab some cute mason jars, fill them to the brim with those irresistible candy clusters, and top it all off with a festive ribbon and a sweet gift tag.
- Place a few pieces of candy in a treat sack and then top it off with a cute bag topper.
- Fill miniature disposable ice cream cups with candy, wrap it up with some cellophane, and then finish it off with some colorful ribbon.
How to Store Easter Crock Pot Candy
Leftovers: Keep your crock pot candy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
To Freeze: Place candy clusters in a single layer on a parchment lined baking sheet. Freeze until solid (about 1-2 hours). Transfer to a gallon size freezer bag and store for up to 3 months.
To Thaw: Remove the candies from the freezer and thaw at room temperature for 30 minutes to an hour. Once thawed, store as directed above.
If you liked my Easter Crock Pot Candy, you’re going to love my Easter Poke Cake with Peeps. The combination of fluffy white cake with creamy pudding, whipped cream frosting, all topped with colorful Peeps marshmallows is a delight for both the eyes and the belly.
Or you can check out all my other Easter ideas right here.
Easter Crock Pot Candy
Make Easter extra special with easy, no-bake Crock Pot Candy. Sweet, crunchy, & festive it's perfect for gifting or as a simple holiday treat.
Ingredients
- 2 24-ounce packages vanilla almond bark
- 3 cups roasted, salted peanuts
- 2 cups itty bitty mini pretzel twists
- 1 cup Easter M&M candies
Instructions
- Prepare your crockpot with a coating of non-stick spray, or a disposable crock pot liner.
- Break the almond bark into large pieces, and place in the crock pot. Cook on low for 1.5 hours until the bark is melted. Remember to stir the chocolate very frequently as it melts.
- When the almond bark is melted and smooth, stir in the peanuts and pretzels.
- Prepare a large baking sheet with a layer of parchment paper.
- Scoop the candy mixture from the crockpot onto the parchment paper using a cookie scoop. As you scoop let a little bit of the extra candy drop off the scoop. Quickly top with Easter M&Ms. Chill for an hour or until set.
Notes
Remember, the step-by-step photos and FAQ in the recipe post are there to help you if you feel stuck at any point.
- Don’t Overheat the Bark: Keep the crock pot on low, and stir very frequently to prevent scorching the almond bark or causing it to seize.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Ensure your peanuts, pretzels, and M&Ms are fresh for the best flavor and crunch.
- Work Quickly: Once the candy is scooped onto the parchment paper, add the Easter M&Ms right away before it sets.
- Line Your Crock Pot: It's totally optional, but using a slow cooker liner makes cleanup a breeze.
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