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Homemade Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: About 10 cups

Description

Indulge in this extra creamy and rich homemade hot chocolate, perfectly made in your slow cooker. This decadent recipe uses a blend of whole milk, heavy cream, semi-sweet chocolate, and cocoa powder, slow-cooked to velvety perfection. Whisk regularly during cooking to prevent burning and enjoy a luscious treat ideal for cozy gatherings or quiet nights in.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 6 cups (1440ml) whole milk (skim, 1%, or 2% are OK)
  • 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 8 ounces (226g) semi-sweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
  • 1/4 cup (21g) unsweetened natural cocoa powder or dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Toppings (Optional)

  • Marshmallows
  • Whipped cream
  • Candy canes
  • Salted caramel

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Place whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, semi-sweet chocolate, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract into a large slow cooker. Vigorously whisk the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes until the cocoa powder is fully incorporated and no lumps remain.
  2. Cook Slowly: Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 5 hours (or on high for 3 hours). Make sure to whisk the hot chocolate every 45 minutes to 1 hour to prevent the chocolate from settling and burning at the bottom, ensuring a smooth and creamy result.
  3. Serve: When cooking is complete, ladle the hot chocolate into mugs and add your choice of toppings such as marshmallows, whipped cream, candy canes, or salted caramel for extra indulgence.
  4. Store Leftovers: Refrigerate any leftover hot chocolate in a sealed container. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving again.

Notes

  • Whisking regularly during cooking is crucial to prevent the chocolate from burning at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • For a stove-top version, combine ingredients in a saucepan over low heat and stir constantly until hot and smooth, taking care not to boil.
  • This recipe yields about 10 cups, perfect for serving a crowd.
  • Use whole milk and heavy cream for best creaminess; lighter milks work but reduce richness.
  • Add your favorite toppings to customize the hot chocolate experience.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 hours
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://myeasyplate.com/homemade-slow-cooker-hot-chocolate/