Hazelnut Chocolate Candy Slow Cooker Recipe
Looking for a rich, nutty, and deeply satisfying treat that practically makes itself? This Hazelnut Chocolate Crock-Pot® Slow Cooker Candy is made with three types of chocolate, creamy hazelnut butter, and crunchy roasted hazelnuts. Topped with a pinch of flaky sea salt, this indulgent candy is the perfect addition to bake sales, holidays, or cozy nights in. The best part? It all comes together in your slow cooker with very little effort.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This slow cooker candy is the perfect combination of creamy and crunchy textures. The chocolate melts into a velvety base, the hazelnut butter brings rich flavor and smoothness, and the two types of hazelnuts offer deep roasted notes with satisfying crunch. Finished with a touch of Maldon sea salt flakes, these little candies strike just the right balance between sweet and savory.
Whether you’re making these for a party tray, gifting them during the holidays, or just indulging your sweet tooth, they’re easy to prepare, make a large batch, and store beautifully.
Hazelnut Chocolate Candy Slow Cooker Recipe
12
servings5
minutes1
hour5
minutes300
kcalIngredients
6 ounces vanilla bark
8 ounces dark chocolate bark
10 ounces dark chocolate chips
½ cup hazelnut butter
2 cups whole roasted hazelnuts (skin removed)
2 cups roasted chopped hazelnuts
Dash of Maldon sea salt flakes
Directions
- Prepare your surface: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper. Set aside.
- Load your Crock-Pot®: Add the chocolate bark, dark chocolate chips, hazelnut butter, and whole roasted hazelnuts to your Crock-Pot® slow cooker.
- Cook low and slow: Cover and cook on LOW for 1 hour, stirring occasionally to ensure the chocolate melts evenly.
- Stir to combine: Once everything has melted, stir well so the chocolate, hazelnut butter, and nuts are fully mixed.
- Portion the candies: Use a serving spoon or cookie scoop to spoon the chocolate mixture onto the lined baking sheet in small mounds.
- Finish with toppings: While the chocolate is still warm, sprinkle each mound with the chopped roasted hazelnuts and a dash of Maldon sea salt flakes.
- Let them set: Allow the candies to cool at room temperature, or place the baking sheet in the fridge until they are firm and fully set.
- Store or serve: Once hardened, remove from the baking sheet. Enjoy immediately, or store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 weeks.
Tips and Variations
Use high-quality chocolate for best results—this really enhances the flavor and texture.
Don’t skip the sea salt. That pinch of Maldon salt elevates the entire experience with just the right contrast.
Want a holiday twist? Add a hint of cinnamon or sprinkle crushed candy canes on top.
Make-Ahead and Storage
These hazelnut chocolate candies are a fantastic make-ahead treat. Once cooled and hardened, they store beautifully for 2 to 3 weeks either at room temperature or refrigerated in an airtight container.
Perfect for gifting, snacking, or impressing guests with a homemade dessert platter.
Final Thoughts
Few desserts are as effortless and rewarding as these slow cooker hazelnut chocolate candies. With rich chocolate, roasted hazelnuts, and a creamy center, they offer everything you want in a homemade sweet—without turning on the oven. Let your Crock-Pot® do the work, and enjoy handcrafted treats that look and taste like they came from a gourmet chocolatier.
