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Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate

Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate
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This slow cooker hot chocolate is rich, creamy, and easy, perfect for holidays and cozy nights. Just add ingredients to the crockpot and let it do the work.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (or 9 oz chopped semi-sweet chocolate)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (add more to taste)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder
  • Toppings: whipped cream, mini marshmallows, chocolate shavings, crushed peppermint, cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Add milk and cream to the slow cooker.
  2. Whisk in cocoa powder and sugar until smooth with no dry spots.
  3. Add chocolate chips, vanilla, salt, and espresso powder if using. Stir to combine.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.
  5. When smooth and steamy, taste and adjust sweetness. Switch to WARM for serving. Stir before each ladle.

Notes

Keep warm for up to 3 hours and stir every 20–30 minutes. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.

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