Crockpot Hot Chocolate: A Warm and Cozy Treat
When the weather outside is frightful, there’s nothing more delightful than a warm mug of homemade hot chocolate. This Crockpot Hot Chocolate recipe takes all the effort out of making a rich, creamy treat for family and friends. With just a few simple ingredients, you can let your slow cooker do all the work while you relax and enjoy the holiday vibes.
Crockpot Hot Chocolate
This recipe starts with a homemade hot cocoa powder mix that you can whip up in minutes and store for future use. Combine it with milk, cream, and melted chocolate in your slow cooker, and the result is pure indulgence. Topped with gooey mini marshmallows, this hot chocolate is guaranteed to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
Perfect for holiday parties, game nights, or just a cozy evening by the fire, this Crockpot Hot Chocolate is as easy as it is delicious. Say goodbye to powdered packets and hello to your new favorite wintertime drink.
What You Will Love About This Recipe
Set it and forget it: This recipe takes the hassle out of making hot chocolate. Just toss the ingredients in your slow cooker, stir once, and let it work its magic.
Rich and creamy: With heavy cream, whole milk, and melted semi-sweet chocolate, this hot chocolate is decadently smooth and full of flavor.
Customizable: Add a splash of peppermint extract, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or even a dollop of whipped cream to make it your own.
Perfect for sharing: Whether you’re hosting a party or cozying up with family, this recipe makes enough to go around.
What do I need to get started?
This hot chocolate recipe comes with a recipe for two things: hot chocolate powder and slow cooker hot chocolate.
For the hot chocolate powder:
- Dry milk powder.
- Powdered sugar.
- Unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Salt.
For the Crockpot Hot Chocolate:
- Hot chocolate powder.
- Heavy whipping cream.
- Whole milk.
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips or chocolate bars.
- Vanilla extract.
- Mini marshmallows.
How to make Hot Chocolate in the Crockpot
Start with the hot cocoa powder by taking all ingredients and whisking them together. Reserve a third cup for the Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate and place the rest in an airtight container or mason jar and save for future hot chocolates.
Add the hot cocoa mix, heavy cream, whole milk, chocolate, and vanilla extract to your slow cooker pot. Whisk together until everything is well combined and evenly distributed.
Cover and cook on high for 1 hour. Remove the lid and stir, ensuring the chocolate is melted. Return the lid to the slow cooker and cook for another hour, undisturbed.
After two hours, remove the pot from the slow cooker and add the mini marshmallows. Put the lid back on for another 10 minutes. Remove the lid and stir in the melted mini marshmallows.
Serve hot and enjoy.
Tips & Tricks
- Don’t skip the stirring: Stirring the mixture halfway through ensures the chocolate melts evenly and prevents sticking.
- Use high-quality chocolate: Semi-sweet chocolate chips or a chopped chocolate bar will give the best results for flavor and texture.
- Double the recipe: Feeding a crowd? This recipe can easily be doubled—just make sure your slow cooker is large enough.
- Keep warm: After the hot chocolate is ready, switch your slow cooker to the “Warm” setting to keep it at the perfect temperature for serving.
FAQs
How To Garnish
Add caramel to a cup before pouring the hot chocolate in and mix it together. Drizzle with more caramel on top.
A tiny dash of peppermint extract in the cup of hot chocolate. Then top with whipped cream and candy cane bits.
Sprinkle on some graham cracker crumbs and drizzle on chocolate syrup along with more mini marshmallows for a s’mores hot chocolate!
Crockpot Hot Chocolate
Crockpot Hot Chocolate is the creamiest hot chocolate you'll ever have, made super easy in your slow cooker with the richest chocolate flavor. This batch makes enough hot chocolate for the whole family so everyone can make it exactly the way they love!
Ingredients
- For the hot chocolate powder
- 1 cup dry milk powder
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp salt
- For the slow cooker hot chocolate
- ⅓ cup hot chocolate powder
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups whole milk
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate or chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Start with the hot cocoa powder by taking all ingredients and whisking them together. Reserve a third cup for the Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate and place the rest in an airtight container or mason jar and save for future hot chocolates.
- Add the hot cocoa mix, heavy cream, whole milk, chocolate, and vanilla extract in your slow cooker pot. Whisk together until everything is well combined and evenly distributed.
- Cover and cook on high for 1 hour. Remove the lid and stir, ensuring the chocolate is melted. Return the lid to the slow cooker and cook for another hour, undisturbed.
- After two hours, remove the pot from the slow cooker and add the mini marshmallows. Put the lid back on for another 10 minutes. Remove the lid and stir in the melted mini marshmallows.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 402Total Fat: 21gSaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 464mgCarbohydrates: 46gFiber: 2gSugar: 40gProtein: 10g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
