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Best Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate: A Creamy, Comforting Treat


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  • Author: Stacy
  • Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

Indulge in the creamiest, most decadent hot chocolate with this easy slow cooker recipe. Perfect for cozy evenings, holiday gatherings, or simply treating yourself, this hands-off method creates a rich and velvety drink that’s customizable and crowd-pleasing.


Ingredients

  • Milk: 6 cups
  • Semisweet Chocolate Chips: 2 cups
  • Heavy Whipping Cream: 1 ½ cups
  • Sweetened Condensed Milk: 1 (14-ounce) can
  • Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon

Instructions

Step 1: Combine the Ingredients

  1. Add the milk, chocolate chips, heavy whipping cream, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract to your slow cooker.

Step 2: Set the Slow Cooker

  1. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to Low.

Step 3: Stir Occasionally

  1. Stir the mixture every 30 minutes to help the chocolate melt evenly and prevent sticking.

Step 4: Cook Until Smooth

  1. Let the hot chocolate cook for about 2 hours, or until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

  1. Ladle the hot chocolate into mugs.
  2. Add your favorite toppings such as whipped cream, marshmallows, or chocolate shavings.
  3. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Adjust Sweetness: For a less sweet version, reduce the amount of sweetened condensed milk or use dark chocolate chips.
  • Stirring: Stir every 30 minutes to ensure the chocolate melts evenly and doesn’t burn.
  • Keep Warm: After cooking, leave the slow cooker on the Warm setting for easy serving throughout the day.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American