Easy Slow Cooker Chocolate Candy with Pretzels
This easy slow cooker chocolate candy with pretzels is a foolproof, festive treat featuring rich chocolate, crunchy pretzels, and a hint of salty-sweet magic. Perfect for holidays, gifting, or snacking, it comes together with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: About 36 candies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 cups (12 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups (12 oz) milk chocolate chips
- 1 cup (6 oz) white chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/2 cup (3 oz) peanut butter chips (optional)
- 3 cups (3.2 oz) mini pretzel twists or sticks
- 1 cup (5 oz) roasted peanuts (salted or unsalted)
- Sprinkles (holiday colors)
- Sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Add all chocolate chips (semi-sweet, milk, white, and peanut butter chips if using) to the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle peanuts over the chocolate, then add mini pretzels. Do not stir.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 1.5 to 2 hours. Check at 90 minutes to avoid overcooking.
- Remove lid and stir mixture until glossy and smooth.
- Line countertop or baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dollops of the mixture onto the paper.
- Sprinkle each candy mound with holiday sprinkles and a pinch of sea salt flakes.
- Let candies cool at room temperature for 1-2 hours, or refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Once set, transfer candies to an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or in the fridge for a month.
Notes
For gluten-free, use gluten-free pretzels. For nut-free, omit peanuts or swap for sunflower/pumpkin seeds. You can add dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots, or crushed peppermint for seasonal flair. If chocolate isn’t melting smoothly, check slow cooker heat or use microwave method. Store candies with parchment between layers to prevent sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy piece
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 70
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
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