Description
This creamy Crock Pot Hot Chocolate recipe is a comforting and easy way to enjoy a rich, indulgent beverage. Combining heavy cream, whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and chocolate chips, this slow cooker recipe delivers smooth, velvety hot chocolate perfect for cozy gatherings or a relaxing night in.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Chocolate Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium-sized slow cooker, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and vanilla extract. Note that the cocoa powder may not fully blend at this stage but will integrate as the mixture heats.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in the chocolate chips into the mixture to ensure they melt uniformly throughout the hot chocolate.
- Cook Slowly: Set the slow cooker to the low setting and cover with the lid. Allow the hot chocolate to heat for two hours, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching and to help the chocolate chips fully melt and combine.
- Serve: Once thoroughly heated and smooth, ladle the hot chocolate into mugs. Serve immediately, optionally topped with whipped cream, marshmallows, or your favorite toppings for an extra indulgent treat.
Notes
- Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent the chocolate from settling or burning at the bottom.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more sweetened condensed milk or chocolate chips if desired.
- Use whole milk for creaminess; you can substitute with 2% milk for a lighter version, though the texture may be less rich.
- For a vegan alternative, substitute dairy ingredients with plant-based creams and milks.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat gently on stovetop or in the slow cooker on warm setting.
