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Hot Chocolate is one of my favorite winter treats. Nothing is better than coming in from skiing or sledding and having a nice cup of hot cocoa. So this Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate was a game-changer for me! Now I can have my favorite hot chocolate ready for me as soon as I get home.
Slow cooker hot chocolate is a delicious treat on a cold day. Hot cocoa is one of my favorite winter drinks and this is my absolute favorite way to make it. I love how rich and smooth it is, plus it’s so easy to make a large batch of it at once! This drink is great for the family or a yummy drink for a winter party.
Why I love Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate
- Only a few ingredients needed
- A great cold weather treat
- A perfect dessert drink for parties
Ingredients
- Sweet cream creamer
- Half and half
- Cocoa powder
- Semi-sweet chocolate bars
- Mini marshmallows
Additions
- Chocolate syrup
- Chocolate shavings
- Cinnamon
- Whipped cream
Kitchen Tools Needed
- Slow Cooker
- Measuring tools
- Mixing spoon
- Whisk
How to make Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate
- Add the creamer, half and half, and cocoa powder into your crock pot or slow cooker; mix until combined
- Break the chocolate bars into squares and add into the pot
- Let cook for 2 ½ hours on low heat and whisk vigourously every 30-45 minutes
- Add marshmallows 10 minutes before it’s done
- Serve and add any additional toppings
Notes
- Using higher quality chocolate will allow it to break down faster
- If the end result is too chunky run the hot chocolate through a wire mesh strainer, but make sure to do this before adding the marshmallows
- Making hot cocoa for a crowd? You can double or tripe the recipe while following the same instructions
Storage Instructions
You can store your hot cocoa in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. To reheat either place it in the microwave or heat it on a stovetop.
Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 5 cups sweet cream creamer
- 2 ½ cups half and half
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 2 4 ounce bars semi-sweet chocolate bars
- 1 ½ cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Add the sweet cream creamer, half and half, and cocoa powder in a crockpot and whisk together until combined. Break the chocolate bars into smaller squares and add them to the slow cooker then cover.
- Let cook for 2 ½ hours on low while whisking every 30-45 minutes. I recommend whisking vigorously in order to help break up the chocolate.
- 10 minutes before the cook time is done, add the marshmallows.
- Pour and serve with any additional desired toppings.
