Description
This Crockpot Hot Chocolate recipe is a rich and creamy treat perfect for warming up on chilly days. Made with sweet cream creamer, half and half, cocoa powder, and semi-sweet chocolate bars, it's slow-cooked to perfection for a velvety texture and topped with mini marshmallows. Customize it with chocolate syrup, shavings, cinnamon, or whipped cream for an indulgent dessert drink.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 5 cups sweet cream creamer
- 2 1/2 cups half and half
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate bars (2 bars)
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
Optional Toppings
- Chocolate syrup
- Chocolate shavings
- Cinnamon
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the sweet cream creamer, half and half, and cocoa powder to the crock pot and whisk together until fully combined. Break the semi-sweet chocolate bars into smaller squares and add them to the slow cooker. Cover the crock pot with its lid.
- Cook Slowly: Cook on low heat for 2 hours 30 minutes, whisking vigorously every 30 to 45 minutes to help the chocolate break up and blend smoothly into the mixture.
- Add Marshmallows: Ten minutes before the end of the cook time, stir in the mini marshmallows, allowing them to melt slightly and enrich the hot chocolate.
- Serve: Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with any optional desired toppings such as chocolate syrup, chocolate shavings, cinnamon, or whipped cream.
Notes
- Store leftover hot chocolate in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- Reheat gently on the stove or microwave, stirring occasionally to maintain smooth texture.
- Whisking regularly during cooking prevents the chocolate from settling and ensures a creamy consistency.
- Use good quality semi-sweet chocolate bars for the best flavor.
- Optional toppings add extra flavor and texture but can be omitted for a classic hot chocolate experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg