This creamy crockpot hot chocolate recipe might just make the best hot chocolate you have ever had. It is rich, delicious, and ready when you are. You are going to love enjoying a mug of this rich hot cocoa.

Close up of large glass mug with crockpot hot chocolate topped with whipped cream and sprinkles.

Hot chocolate is a must have on a cold winter day. There is just something about coming in from an afternoon of sledding and snowman making and having a cup of cocoa waiting.

This recipe is also perfect for a hot chocolate bar. We set one up as a festive addition to our Christmas menu and everyone loved it.

Just set out some toppings and accompaniments and everyone can customize their mug of cocoa. Plus it is ready whenever you are, there is no last minute prep or fuss.

Not to mention this hot chocolate is so much better than anything you could get from a packet. It is creamy and delicious, more like what you would get from a coffeeshop.

All it takes is a few simple ingredients. I used a mix of dark and milk chocolate chips then added some cocoa powder to give it an extra chocolate boost.

Making the Creamiest Crockpot Hot Chocolate with Condensed Milk

Some sweetened condensed milk added a the extra bit of sweet while also driving home the rich and creamy texture. A mix of whole milk and half and half made it super luscious.

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In a pinch you could use all whole milk, but for Christmas I wanted it to be extra special. This combination gave a really luxurious mouthfeel and delicious flavor.

cocoa powder and sweetened condensed milk whisked together in slow cooker

chocolate chips added to sweetened condensed milk mixture in slow cooker.

The best part is once everything is in the crockpot, you get to walk away for a couple of hours. For me that meant I got to enjoy my family and the Christmas festivities while the chocolate melted.

But that also makes it ideal for days of playing in the snow. Set it and go enjoy yourself.

When you can’t feel your fingers anymore from the cold, you’ll love knowing a creamy cup of hot cocoa is waiting for you.

Looking down and melty marshmallows floating on creamy hot chocolate in mug.

Mug of condensed milk hot chocolate topped with whipped cream served with a decorated sugar cookie and a couple of candy canes.

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Rich and Creamy Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate

Author: Carlee

Servings: Servings

Hot chocolate is a must have on a cold winter day. There is just something about coming in from an afternoon of sledding and snowman making and having a cup of cocoa waiting. This version is super creamy and chocolaty and the crockpot does the work while you play.

Prep: 5

Cook: 2

Total: 2 5

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

In a slow cooker (you want at least a 4 quart insert). whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and cocoa until there are no lumps.
¼ cup cocoa powder, 14 oz. sweetened condensed milk
Add chocolate chips, milk and half and half. Stir to combine.
1 cup dark chocolate chips, 1 cup milk chocolate chips, 6 cups whole milk, 2 cups half and half
Cook on low for 2 hours, then whisk to ensure all chocolate chips are melted and to combine. Once smooth, you can drop the heat to warm to hold if you’d like.

Notes

You can replace the half and half with more whole milk if you prefer.

You can use whatever kind of chocolate chips you have on hand, semi-sweet, milk chocolate or dark chocolate work. Use all one kind or a mix, but the total should be about 2 cups.