A velvety slow cooker hot chocolate made with milk, cream, cocoa, and real chocolate bars for rich, crowd-pleasing comfort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2–3 hours (Low)
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
6 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
2 tsp vanilla extract
2–4 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
6–8 oz milk chocolate bars, chopped
Pinch of salt
Toppings: mini marshmallows, whipped cream, crushed peppermint, chocolate syrup
Instructions
1. Add all ingredients except toppings to a slow cooker and whisk until smooth.
2. Cook on Low for 2–3 hours, whisking occasionally.
3. Once melted and glossy, switch to Warm to serve.
4. Ladle into mugs and top as desired.
Notes
Keep whisking occasionally to prevent clumps.
Use oat milk and coconut cream for dairy-free version.
Store leftovers up to 3 days and rewarm gently.