Description
This Slow Cooker Peppermint Hot Chocolate is a rich and creamy holiday treat perfectly infused with peppermint flavor. Made with a combination of heavy cream, milk, sweetened condensed milk, and quality milk chocolate chips, this warm beverage is slow-cooked to perfection, making it a cozy and festive drink for gatherings or quiet winter nights. Topped with marshmallows and mini candy canes, it’s a delightful seasonal favorite that’s easy to prepare and sure to warm you up.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Chocolate Base
- 2 cups heavy cream (454 grams)
- 5½ cups skim milk (1,249 grams)
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (396 grams, 1 can)
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract (4 grams)
- 2 cups good quality milk chocolate chips (340 grams)
Garnishes
- Marshmallows (quantity as desired)
- Mini candy canes (quantity as desired)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the heavy cream, skim milk, sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and milk chocolate chips into a slow cooker or crockpot. Stir gently to mix the ingredients evenly before heating.
- Slow Cook: Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook for 2 hours. Stir occasionally to ensure the chocolate fully melts and incorporates smoothly into the milk mixture. The hot chocolate is ready when it is hot to the taste and completely blended.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the hot chocolate into mugs or cups. Top each serving with marshmallows and mini candy canes for a festive touch. Enjoy immediately alongside your favorite cookies.
Notes
- Use good quality milk chocolate chips for the best flavor and creaminess.
- Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent sticking or burning on the bottom of the slow cooker.
- This recipe serves approximately 10 standard drink-sized portions.
- For a stronger peppermint flavor, you can adjust the amount of peppermint extract to taste.
- Leftover hot chocolate can be refrigerated and gently reheated before serving.
