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This image shows a white plate piled high with rich, chocolatey crockpot peanut clusters, with additional clusters scattered around the plate, ready to be enjoyed as a decadent dessert.

Crockpot Peanut Clusters Recipe

These easy, rich, and nutty peanut clusters come together with minimal effort using a slow cooker. A mix of white melting chocolate, sweet baking chocolate, and semi-sweet chips coats roasted peanuts for a sweet, crunchy treat perfect for holiday gifts or satisfying your sweet tooth.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 40 pieces
Calories 190 kcal

Equipment

  • 5-quart or larger slow cooker
  • Ice cream scoop or tablespoon
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking sheets (optional, for extra space)
  • Airtight container for storage
  • Spatula for stirring

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs White Melting Chocolate 
  • 8 oz Unsalted Dry Roasted Peanuts
  • 2 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
  • 16 oz Salted Dry Roasted Peanuts
  • 8 oz Cocktail Peanuts
  • 4 oz Sweet Baking Chocolate

Instructions
 

  • Line your kitchen counter with parchment paper or prepare three baking sheets with parchment, as this recipe makes a large batch.
    This image shows a countertop neatly lined with parchment paper, ready to hold freshly made crockpot peanut clusters as they set and cool.
  • In a 5-quart or larger slow cooker, add white melting chocolate, sweet baking chocolate, and semi-sweet chocolate chips.
    This image shows large chunks of chocolate being added into a slow cooker, the first step in creating creamy and rich crockpot peanut clusters.
  • Cover with the lid and set the slow cooker to LOW for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure the chocolate doesn’t burn.
  • Add all the peanuts to the slow cooker and mix thoroughly to coat them evenly in the chocolate.
    This image shows a generous amount of peanuts being poured into the slow cooker filled with melted, silky chocolate, preparing for a perfect mix.
  • Replace the lid and switch the slow cooker to Warm, or turn it off while leaving the crock in place to keep the mixture warm.
    This image shows a hand stirring peanuts into the smooth, melted chocolate inside a slow cooker, ensuring each peanut is fully coated for the perfect peanut cluster.
  • Using an ice cream scoop or tablespoon, drop small mounds of the peanut mixture onto the parchment paper.
    This image shows spoonfuls of chocolate-coated peanuts being dropped onto parchment paper, forming individual clusters ready to set.
  • After all the mixture has been used, rinse the crock with hot water for easy cleanup.
  • Let the peanut clusters set for about an hour until firm.
    This image shows freshly formed peanut clusters resting on parchment paper, slowly setting into firm, bite-sized treats.
  • Once set, transfer them to an airtight container.
    This image shows peanut clusters neatly stored in an airtight container, ensuring they stay fresh and ready to enjoy later.
  • These clusters stay fresh for about a week and make great gifts!
    This image shows beautifully packaged peanut clusters, perfect for gifting or serving as a sweet, homemade treat.

Notes

  • You can use a mix of roasted, salted, or unsalted peanuts depending on your taste preference.
  • Try adding a sprinkle of sea salt or a drizzle of caramel on top before the clusters set for extra flavor.
  • Substitute some of the peanuts with almonds, cashews, or pecans for variety.