Description
Rich, creamy, and decadent — this Crock Pot Hot Chocolate is the ultimate cozy treat for chilly winter nights. It’s made effortlessly in the slow cooker and perfect for serving a crowd during the holidays or any cold evening.
Ingredients
6 cups whole milk
2 cups heavy cream
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tbsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Whipped cream and mini marshmallows for serving
Instructions
1. Add milk, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt to the Crock Pot.
2. Whisk everything together until well combined.
3. Cover and cook on LOW for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
4. Once the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy, switch to the WARM setting.
5. Serve hot, topped with whipped cream and mini marshmallows.
Notes
For a peppermint twist, add 1/2 teaspoon of peppermint extract.
Use dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated on the stove or in the slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 2 hrs
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 44g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: crock pot hot chocolate, slow cooker hot cocoa, winter drink, holiday beverage