Description
Steamy Christmas Eve Creamy Crockpot Hot Chocolate brings festive warmth to winter gatherings, blending rich cocoa and sweet marshmallow magic. Holiday memories melt together in each comforting mug, inviting everyone to savor seasonal cheer.
Ingredients
Scale
main ingredients:
- 6 cups whole milk
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 (14 ounces/397 grams) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips (or semi-sweet chocolate chips)
dairy and flavor enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
toppings:
- whipped cream
- mini marshmallows
- candy canes
- shaved chocolate
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and pour whole milk, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and salt into a spacious crockpot.
- Stir the mixture gently to ensure initial blending of ingredients, making sure chocolate chips are distributed evenly throughout the liquid.
- Cover the crockpot and set temperature to low, allowing the ingredients to slowly merge and transform into a luxurious, velvety beverage.
- Periodically whisk the mixture every 30-45 minutes to prevent chocolate from settling and promote smooth, consistent melting.
- After approximately 2-3 hours, check that chocolate chips have completely dissolved and the hot chocolate appears glossy and uniform in texture.
- Switch crockpot to warm setting to maintain ideal serving temperature without risking scorching or separation of ingredients.
- Prepare festive garnishes like fluffy whipped cream, puffy marshmallows, crushed candy canes, or delicate chocolate shavings.
- Ladle the rich, creamy hot chocolate into inviting mugs, generously topping each serving with chosen decorative elements.
- Serve immediately, inviting guests to enjoy this indulgent, holiday-inspired beverage that promises warmth and comfort.
Notes
- Prevent Burning: Stir the mixture every 30-45 minutes to ensure even melting and prevent chocolate from sticking to the bottom of the crockpot.
- Chocolate Quality Matters: Use high-quality chocolate chips or chopped chocolate for a richer, more luxurious flavor that elevates the entire drink.
- Dairy-Free Adaptation: Swap whole milk and heavy cream with coconut milk or almond milk for a delicious lactose-free version that’s equally creamy and indulgent.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare the hot chocolate base up to 4 hours in advance and keep on warm setting, allowing flavors to develop and become more intense throughout the evening.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Category: Drinks, Desserts
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg