Description
This cozy Crockpot Hot Chocolate recipe is the ultimate comforting drink for chilly days. Made with rich heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, milk, and melted chocolate chips, it delivers a creamy, decadent treat perfect for sipping by the fire or serving at holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Chocolate Base
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 6 cups milk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups chocolate chips (milk chocolate or semi-sweet)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a crockpot, pour in the heavy whipping cream, sweetened condensed milk, and milk. Stir gently to combine the liquids.
- Add Chocolate and Vanilla: Add the chocolate chips to the crockpot along with the vanilla extract. Stir slightly to distribute the chocolate.
- Cook the Hot Chocolate: Cover the crockpot and set it to low heat. Allow the mixture to cook for 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the chocolate chips have melted completely and the hot chocolate is smooth and creamy.
- Serve Warm: Once fully melted and heated through, ladle the hot chocolate into mugs and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with whipped cream, marshmallows, or a sprinkle of cocoa powder.
Notes
- Stir occasionally to prevent chocolate from sticking to the crockpot bottom.
- Use either milk chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate chips depending on your preferred sweetness level.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute dairy milks with almond or oat milk and use coconut cream instead of heavy cream.
- Hot chocolate can be kept warm in the crockpot on the ‘warm’ setting if serving over a longer period.
Keywords: crockpot hot chocolate, slow cooker hot chocolate, easy hot chocolate, creamy hot chocolate, warm winter drink, holiday hot chocolate