Description

Delight in this festive White Chocolate Pretzel Crockpot Christmas Candy, a perfect blend of sweet and salty flavors. Featuring creamy white chocolate, crunchy pretzels, and roasted peanuts, this easy-to-make holiday treat is prepared using a crockpot for smooth melting and effortless mixing. Ideal for holiday parties and gift-giving, this recipe yields 37 servings of irresistible seasonal candy.

Ingredients

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Chocolate

24 ounces almond bark
2 cups (11 oz bag) white chocolate chips

Nuts and Salty Mix-ins

16 ounces dry roasted peanuts (salted)
16 ounces dry roasted peanuts (unsalted)

Other Mix-ins

3 ½ cups mini pretzel twists (some whole, some broken)
1 ½ cups holiday M&Ms
Holiday sprinkles (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the Crockpot: Line your crockpot with parchment paper or use a non-stick crockpot insert to make removal easier after the candy sets.
Melt the Chocolate: Place almond bark and white chocolate chips into the crockpot. Set the crockpot on low heat and stir occasionally for about 30-40 minutes, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
Add Peanuts and Pretzels: Once the chocolate is melted, add the salted and unsalted dry roasted peanuts along with 3 ½ cups of mini pretzel twists. Stir gently to evenly coat the nuts and pretzels in the melted white chocolate mixture.
Add M&Ms and Mix-ins: Add 1 ½ cups of holiday M&Ms and mix gently to combine all ingredients, making sure not to crush the candies.
Spread the Mixture: Pour the mixture into a parchment-lined baking pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle holiday sprinkles on top if desired for extra festive flair.
Cool and Set: Let the mixture cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or until fully set and firm.
Cut and Serve: Once set, remove from the pan and parchment paper, cut into squares or desired shapes, and serve or package for gifting.

Notes

Use parchment paper for easy removal of the candy from the crockpot and baking pan.
If almond bark is unavailable, you can substitute with white chocolate melting wafers or candy melts.
Ensure the crockpot is on low heat to prevent burning the chocolate.
Customize mix-ins by adding other holiday candies like crushed candy canes or dried cranberries.
Store the candy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or refrigerate for longer freshness.