Slow-Cooker Hot Cocoa
Simply combine creamy milk, rich cocoa powder, a hint of vanilla, and a touch of sweetness in your slow cooker. Let it simmer and meld together on low heat for a few hours, allowing the flavors to develop into a decadent treat perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. Top with marshmallows or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence. Warm up your soul with every comforting sip of this delightful homemade hot cocoa!
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Slow-Cooker Hot Cocoa
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Servings10
Cook Time120 Minutes
Calories520
Ingredients
6 cups whole milk, warmed
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Directions
- Using a large slow cooker, combine the whole milk, cream, condensed milk, cocoa powder and vanilla.
- Whisk for 1 minute to incorporate the cocoa. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Cook on low for 1 hour, and whisk again.
- Cook for 1 more hour. Whisk again before serving.
Variations:
- Peanut Butter Cup Hot Cocoa
- Add 3 tablespoons of smooth peanut butter to the milk mixture before cooking.
- Toppings: marshmallows, peanut butter cups, chopped peanuts, shaved chocolate, caramel sauce.
- Spiked Orange Hot Cocoa
- After cooking, whisk in some Kahlúa, bourbon, rum or flavored vodka.
- Toppings: whipped cream, orange peel or zest, finely grated chocolate.
- Peppermint Hot Cocoa
- Swap the vanilla extract for peppermint extract.
- Toppings: whipped cream, crushed (and/or whole) candy canes, fresh mint, mini chocolate chips
Nutritional Information
Per Serving (1 cup):
Calories: 520, Fat: 29 g (17 g Saturated Fat), Cholesterol: 60 mg, Sodium: 140 mg, Carbohydrates: 60 g, Fiber: 2 g, Protein: 11 g.
0 minutes
Prep Time
120 minutes
Cook Time
10
Servings
520
Calories
Shop Ingredients
Makes 10 servings
Brookshire's Whole Milk - 1 Gallon
$3.89$3.89/gal
Land O Lakes Heavy Whipping Cream - 1 Pint
$4.99 was $5.19$4.99/pt
Brookshire's Sweetened Condensed Milk - 14 Ounce
$2.49 was $2.79$0.18/oz
Hershey's 100% Cocoa, Natural Unsweetened - 8 Ounce
$5.49 was $5.99$0.69/oz
McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract - 1 Fluid ounce
$4.99 was $5.49$4.99/fl oz
Brookshire's Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips - 12 Each
$3.99$0.33 each
Nutritional Information
Per Serving (1 cup):
Calories: 520, Fat: 29 g (17 g Saturated Fat), Cholesterol: 60 mg, Sodium: 140 mg, Carbohydrates: 60 g, Fiber: 2 g, Protein: 11 g.
Directions
- Using a large slow cooker, combine the whole milk, cream, condensed milk, cocoa powder and vanilla.
- Whisk for 1 minute to incorporate the cocoa. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Cook on low for 1 hour, and whisk again.
- Cook for 1 more hour. Whisk again before serving.
Variations:
- Peanut Butter Cup Hot Cocoa
- Add 3 tablespoons of smooth peanut butter to the milk mixture before cooking.
- Toppings: marshmallows, peanut butter cups, chopped peanuts, shaved chocolate, caramel sauce.
- Spiked Orange Hot Cocoa
- After cooking, whisk in some Kahlúa, bourbon, rum or flavored vodka.
- Toppings: whipped cream, orange peel or zest, finely grated chocolate.
- Peppermint Hot Cocoa
- Swap the vanilla extract for peppermint extract.
- Toppings: whipped cream, crushed (and/or whole) candy canes, fresh mint, mini chocolate chips