Creamy Christmas Eve Hot Chocolate

Creamy Christmas Eve Hot Chocolate

Warm up with this creamy, rich crockpot hot chocolate—perfect for Christmas Eve!
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Preparation time:2 hours
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Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • ladle,

Ingredients

  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Combine Ingredients:

  • In a crockpot, add the whole milk, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, and cocoa powder.
  • Stir everything together to combine.

Cook on Low:

  • Set the crockpot to low and cook for 2 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure the chocolate melts evenly.

Add Vanilla:

  • After 2 hours, add the vanilla extract and give it one final stir.

Serve:

  • Ladle into mugs and top with whipped cream, marshmallows, or a sprinkle of crushed candy canes for extra holiday cheer!

Notes & Wine Advice

Tips:
  • Add a Peppermint Twist:
A few drops of peppermint extract can add a minty holiday flavor.
  • Serving Suggestion:
For an adult version, add a splash of Irish cream or peppermint schnapps to each mug.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a glass of cream-based liqueur like Bailey’s for a cozy holiday treat.
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Course; Beverage / Crockpot / Slowcooker / Dessert / Hot drinks
Cuisine; International / Global
Diets; Vegetarian