Easy Crock Pot Hot Chocolate
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Easy Crock Pot Hot Chocolate
Description
Easy Crock Pot Hot Chocolate combines milk, evaporated milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, semisweet chocolate chips, brown sugar, and vanilla for a comforting warm beverage. By heating the mixture slowly on low heat and stirring periodically, the cocoa powder fully dissolves, avoiding lumps, and the chocolate chips melt evenly creating a rich chocolate base. Adding cornstarch near the end provides a slightly thicker consistency without clumping.
The slow cooker method frees you from constant stirring or watching the pot, making it convenient for gatherings or relaxing days. The richness of the semisweet chocolate pairs well with the sweetness balanced by cocoa powder and brown sugar, establishing a deep chocolate flavor without being overly sweet.
Served hot, this hot chocolate is suitable for topping with marshmallows, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings according to preference. Adjusting the sugar allows customization of sweetness.
Using a 5 quart slow cooker is recommended for even heat distribution. Avoid heating on high to prevent scorching. Stirring every 20 minutes helps prevent sticking. The recipe yields enough hot chocolate for several servings and can be kept warm in the crock pot until ready to serve.
Ingredients
- 4 cups milk
- 12 ounce evaporated milk can
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
- 1 ¼ cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Add the milk, evaporated milk, and cocoa powder to the crock pot. Whisk to combine. The cocoa powder won't fully incorporate until the milk is warm.
- Mix in the chocolate chips, brown sugar, and vanilla.
- Cover, and set to low.
- Let the cocoa heat for 40 minutes, stirring every 20 minutes.
- After 40 minutes have passed, add in the cornstarch, and mix until fully incorporated.
- Let the mixture continue heating for about 80 more minutes, stirring every 20 minutes.
- Switch to keep warm to serve.
- Serve with your desired toppings.
Notes
- This recipe was prepared using a 5 quart slow cooker; a similar sized 4 quart crock pot will work.
- Adjust brown sugar amounts to suit your preferred sweetness.
- Avoid cooking on high heat to prevent milk from scorching.
- Stir the hot chocolate every 20 minutes to keep it smooth and prevent sticking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 369 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 369kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 140mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 716mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 40g | 80% |
| Vitamin A | 575IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 416mg | 42% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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