Description

This Easy Crockpot Hot Chocolate recipe creates a rich, creamy, and indulgent beverage perfect for cozying up on a cold day. Made with semi-sweet chocolate chips, unsweetened cocoa powder, whole milk, heavy whipping cream, sweetened condensed milk, and flavored with vanilla extract, this slow cooker hot chocolate is effortlessly prepared and perfect for serving a crowd.

Ingredients

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Hot Chocolate Base

1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a small slow cooker, whisk together the heavy whipping cream, sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, unsweetened cocoa powder, whole milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Heat Mixture: Cover the slow cooker and heat on low for 2 hours, whisking regularly to ensure the chocolate melts smoothly and the mixture stays creamy without burning.
Serve: Once heated through and fully combined, pour the hot chocolate into mugs. Top with marshmallows or whipped cream if desired for an extra indulgent touch.
Enjoy: Devour your warm, rich, and comforting crockpot hot chocolate immediately.

Notes

To make this crockpot hot chocolate faster: Blend all the ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl, then cook in the microwave in 1-minute increments, whisking often until the chocolate is melted and the drink is smooth. Serve immediately or keep warm in a small slow cooker.
To make this recipe ahead: Prepare as directed, refrigerate the mixture, and whisk well before reheating in the slow cooker.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 320
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 75mg