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Crockpot Hot Chocolate

A creamy, easy-to-make hot chocolate perfect for sharing on cold evenings. Just set it in the crockpot and enjoy rich, velvety cocoa with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6 mugs
Course: Beverage, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 cups 6 cups milk Whole milk gives the creamiest result; 2% works fine.
  • 1 can (14 oz) 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk The secret to a luxuriously sweet, creamy base.
  • 1.5 cups 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Chop a bar if you prefer fewer chips for a smoother finish.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds warmth and rounds the chocolate flavor.
  • 1 cup 1 cup whipped cream Optional but highly recommended.
  • to taste Chocolate shavings or mini marshmallows For serving and added coziness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In the crockpot, combine the milk, sweetened condensed milk, and chocolate chips. Give it a gentle stir so the chips aren’t all clumped at the bottom.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally. You want the chocolate fully melted and the mixture warm. A little steam rising and the scent of chocolate is your signal.
  3. When the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth, stir in the vanilla extract just before serving.
  4. Serve hot with a big dollop of whipped cream and finish with chocolate shavings or mini marshmallows.

Notes

For a less sweet version, start with 1 cup of chocolate chips and taste before adding more. Use low heat to prevent scalding and keep the milk creamy.