Description
Delicious and creamy crockpot hot chocolate made with sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and a blend of milks. Perfect for warming up on chilly days and easily customizable with your favorite coffee creamer and marshmallows.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 2 cans sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Milk Mixture
- 12 cups whole milk
- 1 cup half & half
- 1 cup coffee creamer (any favorite flavor works)
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
Toppings (Optional)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Mix Condensed Milk and Cocoa: In the bottom of a cold crockpot, whisk together 2 cans of sweetened condensed milk, 1 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Add Milk Blend and Salt: Slowly whisk in 12 cups of whole milk, 1 cup of half & half, and 1 cup of coffee creamer. Be sure to scrape down the edges for even mixing. Stir in 1 teaspoon of salt.
- Warm the Mixture: Cover the crockpot and warm the hot chocolate mixture on high heat for 2 hours or on low heat for 4 hours. This process gently heats the drink without cooking it, just warming it through evenly.
- Keep Warm and Serve: Once the hot chocolate reaches your desired temperature, switch the crockpot to the ‘warm’ or low heat setting to maintain the temperature until serving.
- Add Toppings: When ready to serve, stir in 1 cup of mini marshmallows and add more coffee creamer if desired for extra creaminess and flavor. Enjoy the cozy, decadent drink!
Notes
- This recipe is designed to be warmed, not boiled, to preserve the creamy texture.
- You can customize the flavor by using your favorite coffee creamer, such as vanilla, caramel, or hazelnut.
- Mini marshmallows are optional but add a delightful sweetness and texture.
- Use a slow cooker liner or grease the crockpot lightly for easier cleanup.
- For a non-dairy version, substitute whole milk, half & half, and sweetened condensed milk with plant-based alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: crockpot hot chocolate, slow cooker hot chocolate, creamy hot chocolate, holiday drinks, warm winter beverage
