Description
This creamy Crockpot hot chocolate is a luscious and comforting drink perfect for Christmas Eve celebrations. Made with whole milk, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, and rich chocolate, it’s slow-cooked to silky perfection and garnished with festive marshmallows and crushed candy canes for a delightful holiday treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Chocolate Base
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Toppings
- Marshmallows (for topping)
- Crushed candy canes (for topping)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a crockpot, combine whole milk, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to mix all the ingredients thoroughly.
- Cook Slowly: Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 2 hours. Stir occasionally during this time to ensure the chocolate melts evenly and the mixture becomes smooth and heated through without scorching.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the hot chocolate into mugs. Top each serving with marshmallows and sprinkle crushed candy canes on top for a festive and crunchy finish that adds holiday flair and flavor.
Notes
- Use whole milk and heavy cream for the creamiest texture, but you can substitute with lower-fat options if desired.
- Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent chocolate from sticking to the bottom of the crockpot.
- The crushed candy canes add a minty kick but can be omitted if preferred.
- Leftover hot chocolate can be refrigerated and reheated gently on the stove or in the microwave.
