Easy Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate

This homemade slow cooker hot chocolate is so easy and delicious! It's perfect for holiday parties and family gatherings—simply make ahead of time and let simmer until ready to serve.

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✓ Milk ✓ Sugar ✓ Vanilla

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Pour milk and heavy cream into your slow cooker. Then mix in the cocoa powder and granulated sugar.

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Add vanilla extract and chocolate chips, then whisk to mix (it will combine thoroughly once it's heated).

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Cook on high for 30 mins, stirring often. Then switch to low heat until everything is well mixed. Keep on warm until ready to serve.

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Before serving, add mini marshmallows (or get creative with sprinkles, crushed peppermint or other fun additions). Enjoy!

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Easy Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate

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This homemade slow cooker hot chocolate is so easy and delicious! It's perfect for holiday parties and family gatherings—simply make ahead of time and let simmer until ready to serve.

✓ Milk ✓ Sugar ✓ Vanilla

What You'll Need

✓ Chocolate Chips ✓ Heavy Cream ✓ Cocoa Powder ✓ Marshmallows (optional)

Pour milk and heavy cream into your slow cooker. Then mix in the cocoa powder and granulated sugar.

1

Add vanilla extract and chocolate chips, then whisk to mix (it will combine thoroughly once it's heated).

2

Cook on high for 30 mins, stirring often. Then switch to low heat until everything is well mixed. Keep on warm until ready to serve.

3

Before serving, add mini marshmallows (or get creative with sprinkles, crushed peppermint or other fun additions). Enjoy!

4

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