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Crockpot Chocolate Pretzel Valentine's Candy

This delightful treat combines melted chocolate, peanuts, and pretzels in clusters that are perfect for gifting or cozy celebrations. Simple and satisfying.
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Prep Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 24 clusters
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Mixture
  • 12 oz chocolate almond bark
  • 12 oz vanilla almond bark
  • 2 cups dry roasted peanuts, unsalted
  • 2 cups dry roasted peanuts, salted
  • 2 cups pink chocolate chips or strawberry flavored chips
For the Clusters
  • 3.5 cups mini pretzel twists Reserve some whole for texture.
  • 1.5 cups holiday or pink M&Ms
  • to taste sea salt Optional for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a crockpot, layer chocolate almond bark, vanilla almond bark, both peanuts, and pink chocolate chips. Do not stir yet.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 1 hour until fully melted.
  3. Stir everything together until glossy and well combined.
  4. Gently fold in pretzels, keeping some whole for texture.
Forming Clusters
  1. Use a large cookie scoop (about 3 tablespoons) to drop clusters onto parchment lined baking sheets.
  2. Press pink M&Ms on top and sprinkle lightly with sea salt if desired.
  3. Let cool completely at room temperature until firm.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If your kitchen grows warm, refrigerate in a single layer with parchment between layers. Bring back to room temperature before serving.