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Creamy Crockpot Hot Chocolate Recipe

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  • Author: Beverly
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 to 3 hours
  • Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes to 3 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Indulge in the ultimate cozy treat with this Creamy Crockpot Hot Chocolate recipe. Combining rich whole milk, heavy cream, and semi-sweet chocolate chips, this hot chocolate is perfectly smooth and decadently creamy. Slow-cooked in a Crockpot, it’s an easy, hands-off way to enjoy a warm, comforting drink that’s ideal for gatherings or relaxing evenings. Customize with your favorite toppings like whipped cream, marshmallows, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra festive flair.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 6 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Optional Toppings

  • Whipped cream
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Crushed peppermint
  • Chocolate shavings
  • Cinnamon
  • Caramel drizzle

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Add whole milk, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, semi-sweet chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt into your Crockpot.
  2. Mix Thoroughly: Stir all the ingredients well until they are evenly combined, ensuring the chocolate chips are distributed throughout the mixture.
  3. Cook Low and Slow: Cover the Crockpot and cook on a low setting for 2 to 3 hours. Stir every 30 to 45 minutes to prevent the hot chocolate from scorching or sticking to the sides of the pot.
  4. Finish and Keep Warm: Once the chocolate chips have fully melted and the mixture has become smooth and creamy, switch the Crockpot to the warm setting to keep the hot chocolate ready for serving.
  5. Serve with Toppings: Ladle the creamy hot chocolate into mugs and garnish with your choice of whipped cream, mini marshmallows, crushed peppermint, chocolate shavings, cinnamon, or a caramel drizzle for an extra special touch.

Notes

  • Stirring frequently is key to avoid scorching and to help melt the chocolate evenly.
  • Use good quality semi-sweet chocolate chips for the best flavor and smooth texture.
  • This recipe can be doubled for larger gatherings, just ensure your Crockpot is large enough.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated on the stove or in the Crockpot on warm setting.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk and cream with coconut milk or almond milk, but texture and flavor will slightly differ.

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