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    Home » Recipes » Gluten Free » Slow Cooker Crispy Chocolate Almond Candy {Dairy Free, Gluten Free, 4 Ingredients}

    Slow Cooker Crispy Chocolate Almond Candy {Dairy Free, Gluten Free, 4 Ingredients}

    Published: Nov 30, 2016 · Modified: Mar 17, 2022 by Lauren Kelly · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Slow Cooker Crispy Chocolate Almond Candy from Lauren Kelly Nutrition has just 4 ingredients and they are healthy!

    This Slow Cooker Crispy Chocolate Candy is super easy, healthy and insanely delicious candy that only have 4 ingredients, made in your slow cooker!

    Slow Cooker Crispy Chocolate Almond Candy on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

    'Tis the season for all of those holiday goodies!

    Chocolate Chocolate and More has a delicious crockpot candy recipe and I was intrigued.  

    Making this candy in my slow cooker frees up my oven for all of those cookies and gingerbread to bake! I decided to make these a little healthier (and crispier!) and I am in love.   

    I've made them for friends and two holiday parties already and they were a huge hit. Aren't we all trying to simplify as much as we can during the holidays?

    I know I am, for sure.

    I like bringing healthier treats to parties and gatherings so I know I am able to eat at least one treat guilt free.

    If you are looking for some more healthier treats, try these Healthy No Bake Snickers Bars, Chocolate Brownie Cookies, Almond Flour Thumbprint Cookies and Fudgy Chocolate Brownies.

    All of these would be even more delicious with Apple Chai Latte or Low Carb Bulletproof Hot Chocolate. Or if you feel like a cocktail, you can try this Spiked Apple Cider, Slow Cooker Mulled Wine or Skinny Peppermint Eggnog!

    Why You Should Make This Crispy Chocolate Candy

    The possibilities are endless with this slow cooker crispy chocolate candy. And these are totally customizable.  

    Use whatever nuts you like, whatever kind of chocolate you like, make them however you'd like. You can use whatever chocolate you'd like.

    I've used sugar free dark chocolate, milk chocolate and a combination of both.

    They all taste delicious.  I personally love the mixture of dark and milk chocolate together.

    I have used all different types of nuts (basically whatever I have in my house) and I have made them with and without the crispy rice. You can add pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds and chia seed and I loved all of the different textures.

    I have also added dried fruit which many people loved very much.

    Me, personally, I don't love chocolate with fruit so that's not my favorite.

    This crispy chocolate candy makes wonderful holiday gifts. I customize them for friends and family that might have food allergies or dietary restrictions.  

    You can easily erap them up in fancy holiday wrappings to make them look even prettier.

    Recipe Ingredients

    • Almonds - I use whole, raw almonds in this candy. Like I said above, you can use whatever nuts you have in the house.
    • Crispy brown rice cereal - I use this one because it's organic, very low in sugar and all wholesome ingredients.
    • Semi-sweet chocolate chips - You can also use milk chocolate chips here too.
    • Dark chocolate chips - I use the sugar free variety in this candy recipe.
    A hand holding a piece of crispy chocolate candy with a bite taken out of it.

    Recipe FAQ's and Expert Tips

    Can you use regular chocolate chips in this or only sugar free?

    When I make them for me I use Lily's Chocolate Chips. When I make them for my family I usually use Enjoy Life Chocolate Chips and they are vegan, gluten free and dairy free but still taste delicious.

    Can you store these in the freezer?

    Of course you can, I do it all the time. I wrap them in parchment paper and place them in an airtight container and freeze them. I will eat them straight out of the freezer. Even if I break a tooth or two 😉

    Can you make this on the stove top if you don't have a slow cooker?

    Yes, you simply add all of the ingredients to a sauce pan on low heat for about 10 minutes, making sure to stir continuously to prevent burning or sticking to the sauce pan.

    Stack of Slow Cooker Crispy Chocolate Almond Candy with one piece of candy in the front with a bite out of it.

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    Slow Cooker Crispy Chocolate Almond Candy

    With just 4 simple ingredients, this healthy crispy chocolate candy is so simple to make!
    5 from 9 votes
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    Course: Dessert, Snack, treat, vegetarian
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
    Servings: 32 servings
    Calories: 122kcal
    Author: Lauren Kelly

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cups raw almonds
    • 1 ¾ cups crispy brown rice cereal
    • 10 ounces vegan semi-sweet chocolate chips can also use regular semi-sweet chocolate chips
    • 10 ounces vegan dark chocolate chips can also use regular dark chocolate chips
    • sea salt

    Instructions

    • Place all the ingredients in a slow cooker and mix well.
    • Place on low setting and cook for 1 hour.
    • Remove from slow cooker and stir again.
    • Line baking sheets with parchment paper and and drop onto spoonfuls onto baking sheet.
    • Sprinkle each one with sea salt.
    • Leave at room temperature to harden then place in airtight container in the refrigerator.
    • These also freeze really well!

    Notes

    To store in the refrigerator: Place in an airtight container in the refrigerator and store for up to one week.
    To store in the freezer: Place in an airtight container in the freezer and store for up to 3 months.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 122kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 99mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Agnes

      June 09, 2022 at 12:48 pm

      I have a friend who recently went GF and dairy free, and this recipe made me think of her. What a yummy treat! Thank you for sharing this recipe.

      Reply
    2. Jessica

      June 09, 2022 at 12:24 pm

      5 stars
      Ahhh!!! I've been looking for a recipe like this for so long, so I was so glad to finally found one to try that worked with what we needed. They were absolutely wonderful! Thank you for sharing them with us.

      Reply
    3. Toni

      June 09, 2022 at 9:32 am

      5 stars
      My kids loved this treat!! They couldn't stop eating it!

      Reply
    4. Matt Taylor

      December 03, 2021 at 10:45 am

      5 stars
      So awesome! I would have never thought to make this kind of thing in the slow cooker. Love it! 🙂 And you are right, definitely a healthier treat.

      Reply
    5. Taylor

      December 03, 2021 at 8:45 am

      5 stars
      This was SO easy and delicious! Love the crispy crunchy texture. This is going to be on repeat all season long for me!

      Reply
    6. Valentina

      May 19, 2021 at 2:03 pm

      5 stars
      This slow cooker almond candy recipe is AMAZING! This recipe is so creamy, rich and delicious!

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        May 19, 2021 at 2:22 pm

        Glad you liked it!

        Reply
    7. Andrea Thueson

      May 19, 2021 at 12:59 pm

      5 stars
      This was my first attempt at making candy in my slow cooker, and it was a complete success! Thank you for the recipe.

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        May 19, 2021 at 2:22 pm

        YAY!!

        Reply
    8. Rebecca Hubbell

      May 19, 2021 at 12:55 pm

      5 stars
      These are so easy and so good to make! I love the crunch of the almonds!

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        May 19, 2021 at 2:22 pm

        Great to hear, thank you!

        Reply
    9. Megan @ MegUnprocessed

      December 09, 2016 at 5:59 pm

      These look perfectly chocolatey. This is such a great holiday gift idea.

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    10. Lauren

      December 09, 2016 at 1:23 am

      Making these tomorrow!! I can't wait!

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        December 09, 2016 at 1:32 am

        yay! I hope you love them, Lauren!

        Reply
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