Experience the ultimate hot chocolate bliss in the comfort of your own home with a slow cooker hot chocolate recipe!
Studies suggest that indulging in a cup of hot chocolate might be even better for you than you thought, with researchers finding an 11% improvement in cognitive performance linked to this beloved beverage.1
This means that this slow cooker hot chocolate recipe could not only be a delicious treat, but it may also be a tasty way to give your brain a little boost.
Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate Ingredients
Get ready to indulge in the creamiest, dreamiest hot chocolate with just a few simple ingredients:
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- 6 cups milk
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
How to Make Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate
- In your slow cooker, create a delicious blend of milk, chocolate chips, cream, condensed milk, and a touch of vanilla extract.
- With the lid on, let the mixture simmer on low, giving it an occasional stir, until the chocolate chips have transformed into a smooth, velvety consistency. This should take approximately 2 hours.
How to Serve Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate
To serve your slow cooker hot chocolate, simply ladle it into mugs. Now comes the fun part: customizing it to your liking! Here are some ideas:
- Classic toppings: Marshmallows, whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or sprinkles.
- Gourmet touches: A pinch of sea salt, caramel sauce drizzle, crushed peppermint candies, or a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Upgrades: A splash of coffee liqueur or Irish cream or a dollop of whipped cream flavored with your favorite spirit.
No matter how you choose to enjoy it, your slow cooker hot chocolate is sure to be a comforting and delicious treat.
Whether you’re enjoying a quiet night in, hosting a festive gathering, or simply craving a cozy treat, this recipe is sure to become your new go-to.
Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate
Equipment
- 1 Slow cooker
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 6 cups milk
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In your slow cooker, create a delicious blend of milk, chocolate chips, cream, condensed milk, and a touch of vanilla extract.
- With the lid on, let the mixture simmer on low, giving it an occasional stir, until the chocolate chips have transformed into a smooth, velvety consistency. This should take approximately 2 hours.
Nutrition
Source:
- https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news-archive/2020/can-drinking-cocoa-make-you-smarter
Davin is a jack-of-all-trades but has professional training and experience in various home and garden subjects. He leans on other experts when needed and edits and fact-checks all articles.