Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate (Printer-Friendly)
Creamy slow cooker hot chocolate – ideal for gatherings, simple to make, and delivers deep chocolate flavor.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Base
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1.4 litres whole milk
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340 millilitres double cream
→ Chocolate
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200 grams semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
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120 grams milk chocolate, finely chopped
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45 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
→ Sweetener
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100 grams granulated sugar
→ Flavouring
07 -
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
# Steps to Prepare:
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Add whole milk, double cream, semi-sweet chocolate, milk chocolate, cocoa powder, and sugar to the slow cooker. Stir thoroughly to incorporate the cocoa and dissolve the sugar.
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Cover and cook on low heat for 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes to ensure the chocolate melts evenly and the mixture remains smooth.
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After 2 hours, stir in the vanilla extract. Whisk well to blend. Serve immediately, or keep warm on the 'keep warm' setting if desired.
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Ladle hot chocolate into mugs and garnish as desired with whipped cream, miniature marshmallows, chocolate sauce, or crushed candy canes.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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For ultra-silky texture, use high-quality chocolate and whisk well before serving.
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This beverage can be kept warm in the slow cooker for several hours; stir occasionally to maintain creaminess.