Christmas Eve Creamy Crockpot Hot Chocolate
This rich and creamy hot chocolate is made in the crockpot, perfect for a cozy Christmas Eve treat. With a blend of milk, cream, chocolate chips, and sweetened condensed milk, it’s deliciously decadent and easy to prepare for a holiday gathering.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Total Time: 2-3 hours
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage, Holiday Drink
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips (or semi-sweet chocolate chips)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings:
- Whipped cream
- Mini marshmallows
- Candy canes
- Shaved chocolate
Instructions
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Combine Ingredients:
- In a 5-quart or larger crockpot, add whole milk, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
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Cook the Hot Chocolate:
- Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally to help the chocolate chips melt evenly.
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Serve:
- Once the chocolate is completely melted and the hot chocolate is smooth and creamy, it’s ready to serve.
- Keep the crockpot on the warm setting to serve throughout the evening.
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Add Toppings:
- Ladle the hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream, marshmallows, candy canes, or shaved chocolate for a festive touch.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftover hot chocolate in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- Make Ahead: This hot chocolate can be prepared a few hours in advance; just keep it on the warm setting in the crockpot.