This easy trick of melting chocolate in the crockpot is the best! It’s so easy to make and perfect for making chocolate covered treats!
If you’ve ever tried melting chocolate in a double broiler or even in the microwave, you’ve probably experienced a burning incident or ten two. Seriously, it seems like if you even look away for a split second while melting and stirring, you can kiss your lush white or dark chocolate goodbye.
So naturally, when I learned this trick, I about fell out of my chair! I couldn’t resist testing it out and seeing if I could indeed toss chocolate in my crock pot, walk away, and return 2 hours later to hot, melty amazingness.
Chocolate Peppermint Birds’ Nests Recipe
- 8 ounces dark chocolate melts (Merckens brand is my favorite)
- 8 ounces unsalted, dry roasted peanuts
- a handful of raw, unsalted almonds
- a handful of lightly salted pretzel rods
- crushed candy cane for topping
I ran out of PB filled pretzels making my white chocolate snack mix but by all means, hunt some down and add them to the mix too! I’ve already added them to my grocery list. Possibly for the next 5 lists. Just sayin.
Add everything but the candy cane into your slow cooker and set the slow cooker’s heat to low.
Pop in a movie, fix yourself dinner or go for a run, and in an hour or so you’ll have a melty crockpot full of candy.
Stir to incorporate and add spoonfuls onto parchment paper to cool + harden.
Sprinkle crushed candy cane on top and leave them out for santa with a glass of milk or gift them to your friends!
Have you heard of this trick before? If so… why didn’t you tell me!!?
If you get a chance to try this trick for melting chocolate in the crockpot, let me know! You can leave me a comment here (LOVE checking those daily!) or tag @PEASandCRAYONS on Instagram so I can happy dance over your creations. I can’t wait to see what you whip up!
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FAQ
What is the best way to thin melted chocolate for dipping?
Can you use a slow cooker to temper chocolate?
Is melting chocolate the same as dipping chocolate?
Can you melt chocolate in a crock pot?
Finally, it helps keep the chocolate at a consistent temperature, which is ideal for dipping or coating. To melt chocolate in crock pot, simply place your chocolate in the pot and set it to low heat. Stir occasionally until the chocolate is melted and smooth. If necessary, you can add a little bit of water to help thin out the chocolate.
How do you melt chocolate chips in a crock pot?
This first method is ideal for melting smaller batches of chocolate chips or discs if you need to keep them melted while you dip multiple batches of cookies, fruit or other treats. Put your baking chips into heat-resistant bowls or jam jars and put them into the Crock-Pot. Add hot water around the jars till it reaches about halfway up the sides.
Can you put chocolate in a crock pot?
Turn the slow cooker onto High. Do not put the lid on or condensation will drip down into the chocolate. Leave it for half an hour then stir the chocolate. It should be completely melted. You must now turn the Crock-Pot down to Low. You can now work with the chocolate for an hour or two. You can add more chocolate to the jars as you use it up.
How do you keep melted chocolate a good dipping consistency?
To keep melted chocolate at a good candy dipping consistency, she suggested inserting a bowl of melted chocolate into a hot water bath in a slow cooker. Simply brilliant, if you ask me. I tried a similar version of Stacey’s trick yesterday when I was melting several different kinds of baking chips to use in different flavors of candy bark.