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Slow Cooker Candy Cane White Hot Chocolate
4.5 from 159 votes

Slow Cooker Candy Cane White Hot Chocolate

Slow Cooker Candy Cane White Hot Chocolate combines rich white chocolate and crushed candy canes with whole milk, creating a creamy and minty hot drink. Slow cooking allows the white chocolate to melt smoothly into the milk while the candy canes infuse a subtle peppermint flavor. The drink is topped with whipped cream and extra crushed candy canes for added texture and decoration. This recipe suits cozy winter gatherings and festive celebrations, providing a warm, comforting beverage with a sweet holiday twist.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 30 mins
Total Time
1 hr 40 mins
Servings: 8 cups
Calories: 345 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

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

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  1. Add the milk, white chocolate, crushed candy canes, and vanilla to a 5-quart or larger slow cooker.
  2. Cover and cook on HIGH for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Stir every 15 minutes.
  3. 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

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%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 345

% 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.