Easy Crockpot Peppermint Hot Chocolate: Creamy & Festive
This rich, creamy crockpot hot chocolate is made with real chocolate and a hint of peppermint. It’s hands-off, perfect for holiday gatherings, and guaranteed to convert even the biggest hot chocolate skeptics.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Whipped cream (for serving)
- Crushed peppermint candies (for serving)
- Chocolate shavings (for serving)
Instructions
- Combine the liquids first. Pour the 6 cups of whole milk and 1 cup of heavy cream into your crockpot. Add the entire can of sweetened condensed milk. Whisk gently until the condensed milk is mostly incorporated.
- Add the chocolate and flavorings. Sprinkle the 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips over the top. Add the 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon peppermint extract, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Don’t stir yet.
- Set it and forget it. Cover the crockpot with the lid. Cook on low for 2 hours or high for 1 hour. About halfway through, give it a good whisk to break up any clumps of chocolate.
- Whisk again before serving. After the cooking time, remove the lid and whisk vigorously for about 30 seconds until smooth and glossy.
- Taste and adjust. Add more peppermint extract or sweetened condensed milk if desired.
- Keep warm for serving. Turn the crockpot to the warm setting or keep it on low for up to 3 hours. Stir in a splash of milk if it thickens.
- Serve and garnish. Ladle into mugs and top with whipped cream, crushed peppermint candies, and chocolate shavings.
Notes
For best results, use whole milk and good-quality semi-sweet chocolate chips. Start with ½ teaspoon peppermint extract and adjust to taste. Cook on low for a creamier texture. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (8 oz)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 36
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 13
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
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