This Slow Cooker White Hot Chocolate is rich and creamy, with the perfect hint of vanilla and peppermint. The slow cooker helps keep it warm for hours, making it the perfect warm and cozy drink to serve at holiday parties.
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Slow Cooker White Hot Cocoa
This slow-cooker white hot chocolate is so much more delicious than any store-bought powdered mix. Made from scratch with real chocolate chips, whole milk, and heavy cream, its sweet and rich with a velvety creamy texture. An added hint of peppermint makes it the perfect cozy drink for parties or just sitting by the fire on a cold winter day.
The best part is that it’s super easy to whip up a big batch. You just combine a few simple ingredients and allow the slow cooker to work its magic. This is an ideal solution for keeping the cocoa warm without having to stand over the stove while trying to entertain guests. If you prefer regular hot chocolate try this Crockpot Hot Chocolate or for a fun and festive version for your next holiday party, this Grinch Hot Chocolate.
Why We Love This Recipe
- Made with simple ingredients – This crock pot hot chocolate is made with a few basic ingredients you can get at any grocery store.
- Serves a crowd – By allowing a big batch of the ingredients to simmer over low heat in the crock pot, you will have plenty of warm cocoa for a crowd.
- Delicious drink recipe – Each mug of hot chocolate is filled with creamy white chocolate and a hint of peppermint. It’s a delicious treat for a cold day during the winter season.
Ingredients
- White chocolate chips – You want to use real white chocolate chips or high-quality baking chocolate bars.
- Whole milk – While you can use skim milk, for the creamiest hot chocolate, we recommend whole milk.
- Heavy whipping cream – This gives the hot chocolate a delicious velvety richness.
- Vanilla extract – Adds a warm and cozy hint of vanilla that enhances the white chocolate flavor.
- Peppermint extract – It gives the cocoa extra flavor. Feel free to add as much or as little as you like. You can also leave this out if you don’t like peppermint.
- Garnishes – We used whipped cream, mini marshmallows, and crushed peppermint candies or candy canes.
Instructions to make Crockpot White Hot Chocolate
Step One: Add the Ingredients to the Crockpot
- Place the chocolate chips, milk, heavy cream, and extracts in the bottom of the slow cooker. Give them a quick stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 2 hours whisking the mixture frequently.
- Before serving, give the creamy white hot chocolate a good stir, and pour into mugs.
- Add the whipped cream, marshmallows, peppermint candies and serve.
Hot White Chocolate Recipe Variations and Add-ins
- Boozy homemade hot chocolate – If you’re serving adults only at your next party, you can add a splash of Bailey’s Irish Cream, amaretto or peppermint schnapps.
- Chocolate – White chocolate is the key ingredients in this recipe but you can always use milk chocolate or dark chocolate chips, if you prefer.
- Milk options – You can use the milk of your choice, such as skim milk or almond milk.
- Mocha cocoa- Add a splash of espresso or instant coffee granules to make this a white mocha.
- Hot chocolate bar – Turn it into a fun hot chocolate bar with plenty of options for toppings. Caramel sauce, chocolate syrup and holiday sprinkles are some great options. Allow your quests to add their own tasty toppings to their mug of cocoa.
You’ll also love our traditional hot chocolate that is made in the crockpot. It’s so decadent!
Can I Make This Hot Cocoa Recipe on the Stove?
Absolutely. Just combine the ingredients in a medium saucepan, slowly melt on low to medium heat. Stir it constantly so that the chocolate does not burn on the bottom of the pan.
Can I Reheat Homemade White Hot Chocolate Recipe?
You sure can. Transfer leftover hot chocolate to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to a day or two. Reheat very slowly in the microwave on a low setting until warmed through.
How to Store White Hot Chocolate
Storing white hot chocolate properly is important to maintain its flavor and freshness. Here are some tips on how to store white hot chocolate and how long it typically lasts:
- Refrigeration – If you have leftover white hot chocolate, you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Make sure it has cooled down to room temperature before refrigerating. White hot chocolate can typically last for about 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
- Freezing – White hot chocolate can also be frozen for longer storage. Pour it into ice cube trays or silicone molds and freeze. Once the cubes are frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container. Frozen white hot chocolate can last for up to 2-3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy it again, simply heat it up on the stovetop or in the microwave, stirring occasionally.
- Flavor variations– Keep in mind that if you’ve added any flavorings, such as vanilla extract or spices, the flavors may become more pronounced as the white hot chocolate sits in storage. Adjust the flavor by adding more ingredients as needed when reheating.
Always use your best judgment when determining the freshness of stored white hot chocolate. If it looks or smells off, it’s best to discard it. Properly stored white hot chocolate should maintain its quality and taste for a reasonable amount of time, as mentioned above.
More Decadent Drink Recipes
- Eggnog Floats
- Copycat Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino
- Pink Hot Chocolate
- McDonald’s Eggnog Shake
- Chick-fil-A Peppermint Shake
- Homemade Eggnog
Slow Cooker White Hot Chocolate
Equipment
- 1 Crockpot
Ingredients
- 12 ounces white chocolate chips
- 5 cups whole milk
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1½ teaspoons peppermint extract optional
- whipped cream for garnish
- mini marshmallows for garnish
Instructions
- Place the chocolate chips, milk, cream, and extracts into your slow cooker.
- Place lid on crockpot and cook on low for 2 hours, whisking frequently.
- Garnish with whipped cream and mini marshmallows and serve.
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