Crockpot Hot Chocolate
Rich, velvety hot cocoa made easily in a crockpot, perfect for winter gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 135 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 cups whole milk (or non-dairy milk)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or canned coconut milk for a dairy-free option)
- 1/2–3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 12 oz bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, chopped (or chocolate chips)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1–2 cinnamon sticks, 1/4 teaspoon instant espresso powder, or 1/4 cup Kahlúa or peppermint schnapps
Instructions
- Spray the inside of a 4–6 quart crockpot lightly with neutral oil or use a removable ceramic insert.
- Whisk together the milk, cream, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt in a bowl until the cocoa is mostly dissolved.
- Pour the mixture into the crockpot. Add the chopped chocolate or chocolate chips and stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 1 to 2 hours, stirring gently every 20–30 minutes.
- When the chocolate is melted and the drink is smooth, stir in vanilla and optional liqueur. Taste and adjust sweetness. Remove cinnamon sticks before serving.
- Keep the crockpot on WARM while serving. Stir occasionally and thin with warm milk if necessary.
Notes
For a lighter version, use 2% milk and skip the heavy cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
Find it online: https://www.wholesomeeasy.com/crockpot-hot-chocolate/