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Crockpot Hot Chocolate Recipe

Crockpot Hot Chocolate Recipe

This crockpot hot chocolate recipe serves 12 and stays warm for hours. Rich, creamy, and simple to make, it's perfect for holiday parties and winter gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Course Beverage, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 285 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Pour whole milk, heavy cream, and sweetened condensed milk into the crockpot and stir to combine
  • Add chocolate chips and cocoa powder to the milk mixture
  • Add vanilla extract and salt, then stir all ingredients together
  • Cover and cook on low heat for 2 hours without opening the lid
  • After 2 hours, remove lid and whisk mixture until smooth and all chocolate has melted
  • Taste and adjust flavoring if needed
  • Keep on warm or low setting, stirring every 30 minutes to prevent skin formation
  • Serve hot with desired toppings
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