Chocolate covered peanuts, also known as crockpot candy (they can be made with a crockpot), are a delight that embodies the perfect combination of the crunchiness of peanuts and the luscious sweetness of chocolate. This marriage of flavors has a long culinary history that spans cultures and continents, offering anyone who tastes them an irresistible sensory experience. Peanuts, with their characteristic earthy flavor and crunchy texture, become an explosion of taste when embraced by melted chocolate. This combination is a hymn to indulgence, which has conquered the palate of generations of sweet lovers around the world. Chocolate covered peanuts are a pleasure, perfect as a snack or as a tasty gift.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Rest time: 2 Hours
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 26
- Cooking methods: Double boiler
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 85.52 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 5.13 (g) of which sugars 3.10 (g)
- Proteins 2.37 (g)
- Fat 6.53 (g) of which saturated 2.12 (g)of which unsaturated 3.92 (g)
- Fibers 1.23 (g)
- Sodium 2.09 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 1 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Chocolate Covered Peanuts
- 7 oz 60% dark chocolate
- 1.5 cups peanuts (already shelled)
Tools for preparing Chocolate Covered Peanuts
- Pot
- Bowl
- Parchment paper
- Wooden spoon
- 2 Spoons
How to make Chocolate Covered Peanuts
To prepare chocolate covered peanuts, first shell the peanuts, removing both the outer shell and the skin. You should have 1.5 cups of peanuts.
In a bowl, break the dark chocolate by hand, or chop it with a knife. Melt it in a double boiler (place the bowl over a pot with water, bring to heat and wait for the water to heat up until it almost boils), stirring occasionally. When the chocolate is melted, remove the bowl from the pot, being careful not to burn yourself.
Pour the peanuts into the melted chocolate, stirring until they are all well coated.
Place a sheet of parchment paper on a baking sheet and, using 2 spoons, create small heaps of chocolate and peanuts. Cool at room temperature and then put in the fridge for 2 hours. Chocolate covered peanuts are ready to be enjoyed! Bon appétit!
Storage
Crockpot candy preserves very well in an airtight container or a tin box. They make a nice gift idea: you can put a few pieces in transparent food bags and gift them!
FAQ
Can I use milk chocolate?
Yes, you can use your favorite chocolate, be it milk or white chocolate, or make mixes of chocolate to make your chocolate covered peanuts even more out of this world!
Can I use already shelled peanuts?
Yes, you can use roasted and even salted peanuts, but be careful: only if you like contrasting flavors will you love this combination. Otherwise, I recommend not using them. You can also use 0.5 cups of salted peanuts and 0.5 cups of peanuts to shell.
Can I use the crockpot to make them?
Definitely: put both the chocolate and the peanuts in the pot and let them melt, then proceed according to the recipe.
Can I decorate them?
Of course: you can use sprinkles, sugar decorations, etc.
