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Delicious creamy Crockpot hot chocolate in a festive mug

Crockpot Hot Chocolate

A rich and creamy hot chocolate recipe made easily in a crockpot, perfect for gatherings or a cozy treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Dessert, Drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Crockpot (6-quart or larger)
  • Whisk
  • Ladle
  • Mugs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine whole milk, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and salt in a 6-quart or larger crockpot.
  2. Whisk all ingredients together until thoroughly combined and smooth.
  3. Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 2 hours, or on HIGH for 1 hour.
  4. Stir the hot chocolate occasionally throughout the cooking process to ensure even melting and prevent sticking.
  5. Once heated through and chocolate is fully melted, ladle into mugs and serve warm. Garnish as desired.

Notes

For an extra rich flavor, use a combination of milk and heavy cream. Garnish with whipped cream, marshmallows, or chocolate shavings.