Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate (Print)

Luxurious hot chocolate made in a slow cooker. Ideal for cozy winter events and serving a crowd.

# Components:

→ Dairy

01 - 6 cups whole milk
02 - 2 cups heavy cream

→ Chocolate

03 - 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
04 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

→ Sweeteners & Flavorings

05 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
06 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Optional Toppings

08 - Whipped cream
09 - Mini marshmallows
10 - Shaved chocolate
11 - Crushed peppermint candies

# Directions:

01 - Place whole milk, heavy cream, chocolate chips, and unsweetened cocoa powder into a large slow cooker.
02 - Whisk granulated sugar and a pinch of salt into the slow cooker until thoroughly incorporated.
03 - Cover and heat on low for 2 hours, stirring once halfway through, until chocolate fully melts and mixture is velvety smooth.
04 - Whisk in pure vanilla extract just prior to serving.
05 - Lower heat setting to 'keep warm'. Ladle hot chocolate into mugs and provide optional toppings for customization.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses only a handful of common ingredients found in most pantries
  • Easy hands-off preparation perfect for parties
  • Stays warm for hours in the slow cooker for easy serving
  • Richly chocolatey and customizable with toppings for everyone
02 -
  • High in calcium and comforting for cold days
  • Perfect for make-ahead entertaining
  • Can easily be made dairy-free with simple swaps
03 -
  • Heat on low and stir halfway so the chocolate does not stick or burn at the edges
  • Real vanilla extract stirred in at the end adds extra aroma Never skip this step even if it is tempting
  • Use high quality chocolate chips for meltiness and deep cocoa flavor It makes all the difference in taste

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