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Slow Cooker Easter Candy

Slow Cooker Easter Candy

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Bring something a little extra to Easter this holiday season with this Slow Cooker Easter Candy! Its a unique and delicious way to make homemade treats for the Easter season. Using your trusted slow cooker, you can easily create a variety of sweet and colorful spring colored candies that are sure to impress your family and friends.

Slow Cooker Easter Candy on a white plate with a teal linen in the background

Everyone loves a good Easter treat, but why not make it extra special with a slow cooker? With the right ingredients and plenty of patience, you can create a delicious Easter candy that’s sure to be the star of the holiday. Slow cooker Easter candy is easy to make and requires very little effort, making it the perfect recipe for busy parents or anyone who wants to enjoy something sweet without spending all day in the kitchen. Get creative with your mix-ins and surprise your family with a decadent treat this Easter!

Two pieces of slow cooker Easter candy stacked on a teal linen.

Why You’ll Love Easter Candy

  • Easy to make. All you need is a slow cooker, some basic ingredients and a bit of patience!
  • Customizable. Add any mix-ins you like to create a unique flavor that everyone can enjoy.
  • Delicious. When the lid comes off your slow cooker, a mouthwatering aroma will fill the air as your Easter candy cooks to perfection!
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Ingredients Needed

  • Blocks of white almond bark – Sweet, creamy and vanilla-flavored, these blocks of white almond bark provide the base for your slow cooker Easter candy.
  • Roasted peanuts – Crunchy and nutty roasted peanuts add a nice texture to your candy that’s sure to be a hit with everyone.
  • Pastel M&Ms – Bring a hint of pastel color and a burst of chocolate flavor to your Easter treat with some festive M&Ms.
  • Mini fruit flavored marshmallows – Small, colorful marshmallows give your slow cooker Easter candy an extra dose of sweetness and make it fun for kids too!

How to Store

To store your slow cooker Easter candy, simply place it in an airtight container or bag and keep it at room temperature. For best results, enjoy your candy within a few days of making it.

Slow Cooker Easter Candy stacked on a white plate on top of a teal linen.

FAQs for Homemade Easter Candy

What is slow cooker Easter candy?

Slow cooker Easter candy is a delicious treat that can be made by using a slow cooker to create a variety of sugary concoctions and recipes.

Side view of the stacked candy on a white plate.

What are some popular types of slow cooker Easter candy?

Popular types of slow cooker Easter candy include fondues with chocolate or caramel, marshmallow fudge, brittle, and taffy. You can also make other treats such as peanut butter cups, popcorn balls, and chocolate-covered pretzels.

Side view of the stacked candy on a white plate on a teal colored linen.

How do I make slow cooker Easter candy?

Making slow cooker Easter candy is easy! Start by combining your ingredients in the slow cooker and stirring them together until the desired consistency is reached. Then turn up the heat and cook for the recommended amount of time, occasionally stirring until everything is fully melted and combined. Finally, pour the mixture into molds or dishes and let it cool before serving or storing.

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What ingredients do I need to make regular Easter candy?

Ingredients you’ll need to make slow cooker Easter candy will vary depending on the type of treat you want to make but most recipes call for things like butter, sugar, and chocolate chips or pieces as well as any flavors you may want to add in for extra flavor (such as vanilla extract). Other items like nuts or dried fruit may also be added depending on what recipe you’re making!

Side view of the stacked candy on a white plate.

Extra Tips for White Chocolate Crockpot Candy

  • You can use plain mini marshmallows if you don’t like the fruit ones.
  • You can use honey roasted peanuts if you like.
  • Store these in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks, even longer in the fridge!
  • You can use other nuts if you like. 
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Are you excited to make Slow Cooker Easter Candy? Get ready because it’s going to taste delicious! 

Side view of the stacked candy on a white plate.

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Two pieces of slow cooker Easter candy on a teal linen.

The recipe

Slow Cooker Easter Candy

  • Prep20 minutes
  • Total20 minutes
  • Servings50

Ingredients

  • 2 24 ounce blocks of white almond bark
  • 24 ounces roasted peanuts
  • 1 ½ cups pastel M&Ms
  • 1 ½ cups mini fruit flavored marshmallows
  • Easter sprinkles

Instructions

  1. In your slow cooker place the almond bark and peanuts.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours stirring often.
  3. Once the chocolate is melted and smooth turn off the slow cooker and let the chocolate mixture cool until room temperature. You don’t want the chocolate to start to harden up but you don’t want it so warm it melts the M&Ms and marshmallows.
  4. Stir the M&Ms and marshmallows into the chocolate mixture and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Scoop 1 – 1 ½ tablespoon scoops onto parchment paper.
  6. Top with more M&Ms and sprinkles.
  7. Let set and serve!