If you're looking for a simple, fun, and delicious Easter treat, this Crockpot Easter Candy is just the thing! With creamy white chocolate, crunchy nuts, and colorful Easter M&Ms, it's a festive and easy no-bake dessert that comes together with almost no effort. Just toss the ingredients in your slow cooker, scoop, and enjoy!
These Crockpot Peanut Clusters are great for special occasions such as Easter and Christmas.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Fun Easter snack: This Easter candy comes together quickly and is fun to snack on and is a fun addition to Easter baskets.
Perfect for Gifting: These adorable candy clusters make great Easter gifts or party favors.
Kid-Friendly: This candy is fun to make with kids.
Customizable: Swap the nuts for pretzels or add different mix-ins for a fun twist.
Ingredients in Crockpot Easter Candy
- mixed nuts (or 1 cup unsalted peanuts and 1 cup roasted salted peanuts)
- white chocolate chips
- Easter M&Ms, divided
- Easter sprinkles
How to Make Easter Candy in the Crockpot
- Add the mixed nuts and white chocolate chips to the crockpot. Heat on low for 1 hour, stirring occasionally until smooth.
- Line a baking sheet or tray with parchment paper.
- Stir the chocolate mixture well, then quickly fold in ¾ cup of the M&Ms. Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to drop portions onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Top each cluster with the remaining M&Ms and a sprinkle of Easter sprinkles.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until the chocolate is firm.
- Once set, your Crockpot Easter Candy is ready to serve or package for gifts!
Quick Tips
Use High-Quality White Chocolate: A good-quality white chocolate will melt more smoothly and have a richer flavor.
Change the Nuts: Swap out the mixed nuts for roasted peanuts if you prefer.
Don't Overheat: Keep the crockpot on low to avoid scorching the chocolate.
Work Quickly: Once mixed, shape the candies fast before the chocolate starts setting.
Let Them Set Properly: Chilling the candy in the fridge speeds up the process and ensures they hold their shape.
More Easter Recipes
Looking for more festive treats? Try these Easter recipes for a variety of sweet flavors! From the refreshing Mint Chocolate Cookies and tangy Pink Lemonade Cookies to the gooey goodness of Peeps S'mores Dip and the bright citrus flavor of Lemon Crinkle Cookies, there's something for everyone to enjoy this holiday!
📖 Recipe
Crockpot Easter Candy
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed nuts
- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 cup Easter M&Ms - divided
- Easter sprinkles
Instructions
- Add the mixed nuts and white chocolate chips to the crockpot. Heat on low for 1 hour, stirring occasionally until smooth.
- Line a baking sheet or tray with parchment paper.
- Stir the chocolate mixture well, then quickly fold in ¾ cup of the M&Ms. Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to drop portions onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Top each cluster with the remaining M&Ms and a sprinkle of Easter sprinkles.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until the chocolate is firm.
- Once set, your Crockpot Easter Candy is ready to serve or package for gifts!
Notes
- Swap out the mixed nuts for roasted peanuts if you prefer.
- Keep the crockpot on low to avoid scorching the chocolate.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate based on third-party calculations. Actual values may vary due to ingredients, measurements, and serving sizes.
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