Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate
The creamy, velvety drink comes together in minutes and is even better topped with homemade whipped cream.
Perfect for a cold winter night or a festive holiday gathering, Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate will warm you up from the inside out! The creamy, velvety drink comes together in minutes and is even better topped with homemade whipped cream.
Why you’ll love Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate:
- Effortless to make: Just 10 minutes of prep and your slow cooker does the rest! Ideal for when you’re hosting and need a hands-off recipe.
- Pantry-friendly: Made with seven ingredients you likely already have on hand.
- Customizable: Top with homemade whipped cream or marshmallows, candy canes, chocolate shavings and more, so everyone can build their perfect mug.
Elevate the creaminess with homemade whipped cream made with three simple ingredients: heavy cream, powdered sugar and vanilla. Pro tip: keep your ingredients and equipment cold! Use heavy cream straight from the fridge and chill your bowl and mixer beaters for the best results.
Serve with Hot Cocoa Cupcakes or Hot Chocolate Cookies for the ultimate cocoa experience!
Looking for more hot chocolate recipes? Try my decadent Eggnog Hot Chocolate or adorable Melting Snowman Hot Chocolate Bombs.
Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
Hot Chocolate:
- 4 cups heavy cream divided
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 cups whole milk
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups chopped chocolate bar or semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Hot Chocolate:
- Add 2 cups of heavy cream to the slow cooker, whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth. Add the remaining 2 cups of heavy cream.
- Add the remaining ingredients: milk, sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk all ingredients for 1-2 minutes.
- Cover and cook on Low for 5 hours or High for 3 hours, stirring occasionally until ready to serve.
Whipped Cream:
- Beat whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until stiff peaks form, about 3-4 minutes with a hand mixer, or 5 minutes manually by hand.
- For best results, keep ingredients and equipment cold and begin mixing on low speed. As ingredients become incorporated, increase speed.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight pitcher or glass jar. Reheat by the cup in the microwave in 30-second increments until warm.
- Make this recipe on the stovetop by heating all ingredients over medium-low heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat when fully warmed and serve.
