Indulge in velvety, homemade crockpot hot chocolate. Discover the easiest and most delicious way to make this winter classic. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a snowy day.
When it comes to cozy winter drinks, nothing beats a steaming cup of creamy hot chocolate. But have you ever tried making it in a crockpot? It’s a game-changer! This creamy crockpot hot chocolate recipe is not only incredibly easy but also unbelievably delicious.
Your crock pot is the best place to make a large batch hot chocolate on a cold day.
Crock pot hot chocolate is the ultimate winter indulgence that’s as easy as it is delicious.
Imagine coming in from the cold, kicking off your boots, and being welcomed by the aroma of warm, comforting chocolate goodness. That’s exactly what this crockpot hot chocolate promises.
And the best part? This easy hot chocolate recipe practically makes itself while you’re busy with other holiday preparations.
Whether you’re unwinding after a day of winter adventures or hosting a festive gathering, this decadent slow cooker recipe is the perfect way to warm you up.
When to Make Hot Chocolate in the Crock Pot
- Holiday Parties
- Special Occasions
- Winter Celebrations
- On a Snow Day, especially after sledding!
- Movie Nights
- Outdoor Events
- Kids’ Sleepovers
- Christmas Eve Hot Chocolate or Christmas Morning
- Christmas Cookie Exchanges
How to Make Crockpot Hot Chocolate
Ingredient List:
- 6 cups milk
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream or whole milk
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 package of semisweet chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips (12 oz)
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
In your a 6 quart crockpot, combine milk, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, semi-sweet chocolate chips and vanilla extract.
Cover your crockpot and let the hot chocolate simmer on low for about 2-3 hours or 1-2 hours on the high setting.
Stir it occasionally to ensure that the chocolate chips are fully melted and incorporated.
Your hot chocolate is ready when the chocolate is melted!
Give your delicious hot cocoa a good stir before serving.
The Best Hot Chocolate Toppings
Once your crockpot hot chocolate is ready, ladle this wonderful recipe into your favorite mugs. And here’s where the fun begins – adding your favorite hot chocolate topping, such as:
- Mini marshmallows
- Whipped cream
- Crushed candy canes
- caramel sauce
- Peppermint Schnapps
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- Easy Crockpot Christmas Morning Breakfasts
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- Hot Cocoa Bar Ideas
How to Store and Reheat Leftover Hot Chocolate
Our big batch of hot cocoa makes 8 oz cups which will give about 3-4 days worth of enjoyment when stored in the fridge. Reheat as needed.
Easy Crock Pot Hot Chocolate FAQs
To make hot chocolate like the kind you’d find in coffee shops, start with high-quality ingredients. Serve your hot chocolate in mugs, optionally topping it with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or marshmallows for that coffee shop-style presentation.
The time it takes to heat up hot chocolate in a crockpot depends on factors such as the initial temperature of your ingredients and your crockpot model. If your milk and cream mixture is already warm, it can take about 30 minutes to an hour on the low heat setting to reach serving temperature. If starting from cold or room temperature, it may take 1 to 2 hours on low heat. Stirring occasionally is crucial to ensure even melting and to prevent scorching. Use the “Keep Warm” setting afterward will help maintain the hot chocolate’s warmth.
To keep hot chocolate warm for a party, use a crockpot or slow cooker with a “Keep Warm” setting for maintaining a consistent temperature.
Crock Pot Hot Chocolate Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 cups milk
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 package of semi-sweet chocolate chips (12 oz)
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla
Instructions
Combine all ingredients in your crock pot
Cook on low for 3 hours, stirring occasionally
Serve once the chocolate is melted and combined
Top your crock pot hot chocolate with whipped cream or marshmallows!
Notes
How to Store and Reheat Leftover Hot Chocolate
This slow cooker recipe makes 8 oz cups which will give about 3-4 days worth of enjoyment when stored in the fridge and reheated as needed!
The Best Hot Chocolate Toppings
Mini marshmallows
Whipped cream
Crushed candy canes
caramel sauce
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Jessica Davis
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I love hot choc anytime of the year but this is the best yet to get your bones warm again after enjoying a day of sleighing or snowball fighting with the kiddos!!
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I could tell it's made out of dark chocolate because of how dark it is.