The Ultimate No-Fuss Holiday Treat
Looking for an easy, crowd-pleasing holiday treat that comes together without turning on the oven? Enter: Crock Pot Candy—also lovingly known as Mr. Bud Candy. This recipe is pure magic: just a few pantry staples, a little time in the crock pot, and you’ll be rewarded with rich, sweet, and salty bites of chocolatey goodness.
Perfect for gift-giving, cookie trays, parties, or late-night snacking, this no-fuss candy delivers maximum reward with minimal effort. You’ll get over 150 bite-sized pieces, and trust us—they disappear fast!
Ingredients
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1 jar (16 oz) dry roasted, unsalted peanuts
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1 jar (16 oz) dry roasted, salted peanuts
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1 package (12 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips
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4 oz sweetened German chocolate (green packaging), broken into pieces
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3 lbs white almond bark, broken into pieces (two 24 oz packages — adjust if needed based on brand)
Instructions
1. Layer the Ingredients
In a 4- or 5-quart crock pot, layer the ingredients in this exact order (this matters for even melting):
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Unsalted peanuts
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Salted peanuts
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Semi-sweet chocolate chips
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Broken German chocolate
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Broken almond bark
Do not stir. Simply layer and place the lid on the crock pot.
2. Cook Low and Slow
Set your crock pot to the LOWEST setting and cook for 3 hours.
Do not lift the lid during this time. Let the heat and time do their magic.
3. Stir and Scoop
After 3 hours, turn off the heat. The mixture will be soft and gooey—not totally melted—and that’s okay. Stir everything together thoroughly until smooth and glossy.
Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, drop teaspoonfuls of the mixture onto wax paper or parchment paper. Let the candy cool and set completely.
4. Cool and Store
Once fully cooled and hardened, transfer the candy into airtight containers. This recipe yields approximately 150–170 pieces, depending on the size of your scoops.
Tips & Variations
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Make it festive: Sprinkle the tops with crushed peppermint, colored sprinkles, or flaky sea salt while still wet.
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Add-ins: Swap in chopped pretzels, mini marshmallows, or dried cranberries for extra texture and flavor.
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Gift idea: Package in cellophane bags or mason jars with ribbon for a homemade edible gift.
Final Thoughts
Crock Pot Candy (Mr. Bud Candy) is proof that incredible desserts don’t have to be complicated. With just a handful of ingredients and your slow cooker, you can create a batch of addictive treats that bring joy to every occasion. Keep this recipe bookmarked—it’s destined to be a family favorite for years to come!