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Crockpot Hot Chocolate

A rich and creamy crockpot hot chocolate recipe that's perfect for chilly afternoons and sharing with loved ones.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Beverage, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the hot chocolate
  • 3.5 cups heavy cream (divided)
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened dutch-processed cocoa powder
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
To garnish
  • Mini marshmallows Optional garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, add 1 cup of heavy cream. Heat for 1 minute on high, then whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder until fully dissolved.
  2. In a 4-quart crockpot, combine the cocoa powder mixture, remaining heavy cream, whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until fully combined.
  3. Add the chocolate chips and stir.
  4. Cover and set the crockpot to LOW. Heat for 2-3 hours, stirring every 20-30 minutes.
  5. Once heated and smooth, switch the crockpot to WARM for up to 2 hours.
  6. Ladle into mugs and garnish with mini marshmallows if desired.

Notes

Cool to room temperature, then pour into an airtight container. Refrigerate up to 3–4 days. To reheat, warm gently on the stovetop over low heat or return to the crockpot on WARM, whisking until smooth. Add a splash of milk if it’s thickened too much.