Crockpot Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe
This crockpot peppermint hot chocolate is a creamy and decadent drink with a delightful hint of peppermint, perfect for warming up during the holiday season.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Crockpot Peppermint Hot Chocolate:
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- ½ cup candy cane bits, crushed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 cups milk
For Garnish:
- whipped cream
- additional candy canes
Instructions
- Place Ingredients in the Slow Cooker: Combine chocolate chips, crushed candy canes, vanilla extract, and milk in the slow cooker.
- Cook: Heat on high for 45 minutes or low for 90 minutes.
- Whisk and Serve: Whisk the hot chocolate well and ladle into mugs. Garnish with whipped cream and additional candy canes.
Notes
- If the hot chocolate is too sweet, balance it out by adding more milk after cooking.
- Enhance the flavor by adding a pinch of salt once all the chocolate has melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 205 kcal
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 24mg
