Description
Indulge in a rich and creamy Crock Pot Hot Chocolate that’s perfect for cozy gatherings. Made with whole milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, and milk chocolate chips slow-cooked to silky perfection, this easy recipe serves 12 and keeps your drink warm and delicious all day.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- 5 cups whole milk
- 16 ounces heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of kosher salt
Other
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the whole milk, heavy whipping cream, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of kosher salt into the crock pot. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in the milk chocolate chips evenly into the mixture to ensure they melt uniformly during cooking.
- Cook: Set the crock pot to low heat and cook the hot chocolate mixture for 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld and the chocolate chips to melt completely.
- Whisk Again: After cooking, whisk the hot chocolate once more to achieve a silky, smooth texture and to make sure everything is fully combined.
- Serve Warm: Switch the crock pot to the warm setting to maintain the perfect serving temperature, and serve the hot chocolate directly from the slow cooker for convenience and continued warmth.
Notes
- Use whole milk and heavy cream for the creamiest and richest hot chocolate.
- Adjust sugar amount to taste if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet drink.
- For a dairy-free alternative, try using coconut milk and a dairy-free chocolate substitute.
- Ensure to stir occasionally if cooking longer to prevent the hot chocolate from sticking to the crock pot sides.
- Garnish with whipped cream or marshmallows for an extra indulgent treat.
