Slow Cooker Candy Cane White Hot Chocolate
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4.5
Slow Cooker Candy Cane White Hot Chocolate
Description
The Slow Cooker Candy Cane White Hot Chocolate uses broken white chocolate baking bars melted into whole milk in a slow cooker for a gently heated, creamy base. Crushed candy canes added during cooking provide a peppermint flavor that enhances the sweetness of the white chocolate. Vanilla extract rounds out the flavor profile. The slow cook method stirs every 15 minutes ensures smoothness without scorching the milk or chocolate. Serving with whipped cream and more crushed candy canes adds richness and a decorative touch.
This warm drink fits well with holiday events or a relaxing winter night. The peppermint notes from the candy canes give a festive edge, while the white chocolate creates a rich, velvety texture compared to traditional hot chocolate. It can be served in mugs for an inviting presentation.
Crushing candy canes in advance makes measuring simpler and creates a coarse texture that melts evenly. Substituting starlight peppermint candies is possible if candy canes are unavailable. Stirring regularly during slow cooking is important to prevent settling or burning of the mixture. Whipped cream topping should be added just before serving to maintain its texture.
Ingredients
- ½ gallon milk whole
- 8 ounces white chocolate baking bars broken up into small pieces, Ghiradelli brand
- ½ cup candy canes crushed (see note)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- Whipped Cream for garnish
- candy canes for garnish, crushed
Instructions
- Add the milk, white chocolate, crushed candy canes, and vanilla to a 5-quart or larger slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Stir every 15 minutes.
- Pour hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream and crushed candy canes for garnish. Serve warm.
Notes
- Crush candy canes finely enough to measure 1/2 cup, reserving extras for garnish.
- Starlight peppermint candies can be used as an alternative to candy canes.
- Stir the mixture every 15 minutes during slow cooking to prevent chocolate settling or scorching.
- Add whipped cream and crushed candy canes as toppings just before serving for best texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 345kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 127mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 393mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 38g | 76% |
| Vitamin A | 392IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 324mg | 32% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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