Super easy Crock-Pot or slow cooker hot chocolate recipe perfect for parties or cold winter nights!

Slow cooker hot chocolate is an easy way to have a cup of delicious hot cocoa in a batch you can serve to a crowd or keep all to yourself! This creamy treat is made with real milk and chocolate- no powder mix needed! This Crock-Pot recipe is delicious with regular milk, almond milk, coconut milk, oat milk or whatever your crowd loves! Using just 3 simple ingredients, your family will beg you to make this sweet hot chocolate treat!

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Can you feel the warm cup in your hands as you inhale a steamy whiff of rich chocolate just before you take that first sip?

Snuggle up with the favorite blanket and turn on the Hallmark channel because you are going to want to be comfy and enjoy this treat!

What ingredients do you need for slow cooker hot chocolate?

• 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 7 Cups milk of choice

• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

How do I make hot chocolate in my Crock-Pot?

• In a slow cooker, set on high, combine the milk, chocolate chips, and vanilla extract. You can add espresso powder, cinnamon, etc to make it the hot chocolate you want!

• Let this cook for at least 2 hours, stirring often so the chocolate melts properly. 

• You can leave this on your counter so guests can help themselves or transfer it to a pitcher

• Be sure to allow hot chocolate to cool before enjoying (especially when serving to kids!) – it will be HOT!
• Add whipped cream, caramel, or any of your favorite toppings!

The only thing that can make this delectable treat is to serve it with a hot chocolate charcuterie dessert board!

It is as amazing as it sounds. Truly a crowd-pleaser for any holiday party! Your guests will be impressed!

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Easy Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate

Yield: about 10 cups

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 2 hours

Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes

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Ingredients

• 6 Ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 7 Cups milk of choice
• 1 tablespoon vanilla

Instructions

1. In a slow cooker, set on high, combine the milk, chocolate chips, and vanilla extract. You can add espresso powder, cinnamon, etc to make it the hot chocolate you want!
2. Let this cook for at least 2 hours, stirring often so the chocolate melts properly. 
3. You can leave this on your counter so guests can help themselves, or transfer it to a pitcher!
4. Be sure to allow hot chocolate to cool before enjoying (especially when serving to kids!) - it will be HOT!

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 173Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 91mgCarbohydrates: 20gFiber: 1gSugar: 9gProtein: 7g

Nutrition information isn’t always accurate. Information will vary greatly based on the type of milk you choose and other variable factors.