Description
This Crock Pot Hot Chocolate recipe creates a rich, creamy, and velvety smooth hot chocolate perfect for cozy gatherings or chilly evenings. Slowly cooked in a crock pot, this decadent drink combines whole milk, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, and semi-sweet chocolate chips for a perfectly melted and indulgent treat topped with marshmallows or whipped cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Chocolate Base
- 6 cups whole milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Toppings (optional)
- Mini marshmallows
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Combine Milks: Pour the whole milk, heavy cream, and sweetened condensed milk into the crock pot. Whisk gently to combine all the dairy ingredients evenly.
- Add Chocolate and Flavoring: Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Ensure the chocolate is fully submerged in the mixture for even melting.
- Cook Slowly: Set the crock pot to the LOW setting and cook the mixture for 2 hours. Stir the hot chocolate occasionally during cooking to help the chocolate melt smoothly and prevent settling.
- Whisk to Finish: After 2 hours of cooking, whisk the mixture thoroughly until it becomes velvety smooth and uniformly combined.
- Serve: Ladle the hot chocolate into mugs and top with mini marshmallows or whipped cream according to your preference. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- Use semi-sweet chocolate chips for a classic flavor, or substitute with chopped dark or milk chocolate for variation.
- Stirring occasionally prevents burning and ensures smooth melting inside the crock pot.
- To make it dairy-free, substitute milk and cream with plant-based alternatives, but sweetness and creaminess may vary.
- For a stronger chocolate flavor, increase the chocolate chips by 1/2 cup.
- Leftover hot chocolate can be refrigerated and reheated gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
