Slow Cooker Chocolate Caramel Pecan Clusters Recipe
Delight in these Slow Cooker Chocolate Caramel Pecan Clusters, a decadent treat featuring layers of melted chocolate almond bark, caramel, and crunchy pecans. Slow-cooked for perfect melting and mixing, these clusters are topped with sea salt for a sweet and salty flavor explosion, perfect for dessert or gifting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: About 24 clusters 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups pecans
- 20 ounces chocolate almond bark
- 20 ounces white chocolate almond bark
- 1 cup melting dark chocolate wafers (e.g., Ghirardelli)
- 1 (11 ounce) bag caramel bits
- Sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Pecans: Add 2 cups of pecans to the bottom of your slow cooker, creating a crunchy base layer for the clusters.
- Add Chocolate Bark: Break 20 ounces of chocolate almond bark and 20 ounces of white chocolate almond bark into smaller pieces and place them evenly over the pecans in the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle Dark Chocolate: Evenly sprinkle 1 cup of melting dark chocolate wafers over the layers of chocolate and pecans for a rich mixed chocolate flavor.
- Slow Melt: Cover the slow cooker with its lid, set to low heat, and allow the ingredients to melt gradually. Stir occasionally for about 1 hour or until fully melted and combined into a smooth mixture.
- Add Caramel Bits: Once melted, evenly sprinkle 1 (11 ounce) bag of caramel bits over the melted mixture. Gently stir to incorporate the caramel thoroughly.
- Portion Clusters: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Use a spoon or cookie scoop to drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the sheet, spacing them apart.
- Garnish: Sprinkle each cluster with sea salt and place a pecan on top for a decorative and flavorful finish.
- Cool and Set: Allow the clusters to cool and set at room temperature. For faster firming, refrigerate the baking sheet until the clusters are fully set.
Notes
- Use a slow cooker with a removable insert for easier cleanup.
- Stir occasionally to prevent burning and ensure even melting.
- Store clusters in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for longer freshness.
- For a nut-free version, substitute pecans with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds if desired.
- Adjust the amount of sea salt to taste for the perfect sweet-salty balance.
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