Description
This Easy Crockpot Hot Chocolate recipe is a creamy, rich, and comforting drink perfect for chilly days or cozy evenings. Made with simple ingredients like chocolate chips, cocoa powder, milk, and sweetened condensed milk, it delivers a luscious hot cocoa experience with minimal effort using a slow cooker. The slow cooking method ensures all flavors meld beautifully for a smooth, indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
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 (skim milk can be used as substitute)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Measure out all ingredients accurately to ensure the perfect balance of richness and chocolate flavor.
- Add Ingredients to Crockpot: Place the heavy whipping cream, sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and milk into the slow cooker.
- Slow Cook Hot Chocolate: Set the crockpot to low heat and cook for 2 hours, stirring occasionally to help the chocolate chips melt and incorporate smoothly into the mixture.
- Finish with Vanilla: After 2 hours, stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly to enhance the flavors.
- Serve Warm: Ladle the hot chocolate into mugs and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with whipped cream or marshmallows for an extra indulgent touch.
Notes
- Use whole milk for creamier consistency; skim milk will make it lighter but less rich.
- Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent any sticking or burning at the bottom of the crockpot.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream and milk with coconut cream and almond milk respectively.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of sweetened condensed milk according to preference.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently on the stove or in the microwave.
Keywords: crockpot hot chocolate, slow cooker hot chocolate, easy hot chocolate recipe, creamy hot cocoa, winter beverage