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Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate Recipe with Confetti

Published: Oct 14, 2019 · Modified: Nov 1, 2020 by Debra Clark · 25 Comments

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Super creamy, rich and delicious this slow cooker hot chocolate recipe is perfect for the holidays, a fun brunch or sleepover! Easy to make in the crock pot, this is a decadent sip to serve for kids big and small - everyone loves hot chocolate!

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First Published: Dec 10, 2018... Last Updated: October 14, 2019
Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate Recipe in a green cup topped with marshmallows and sprinkles
Super simple, creamy and delicious Crock Pot Hot Chocolate with Confetti is perfect brunch, the holidays or a cold winter's day!

Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate

I think one of the best things about being a food blogger is dreaming up and developing new recipes!

Hot chocolate might not be the first thing to come to mind when it's 85 degrees out (like it is in Fresno...) But when I was brainstorming recipes with my buddy Marye, this just sounded so good.

Fall is here and winter is around the corner - I definitely think hot chocolate is in order don't you? And since it can be made in the crock pot - well that makes it even better.

This is the perfect beverage if you're having a get together.

Take it over the top by stirring it with a Chocolate Spoon and topping it with a sprinkle of confetti. Brilliant!

This crockpot hot chocolate is rich, creamy and delicious. Pretty, girly, fun and most importantly.... easy! If you're having a party, this hot chocolate will feed a crowd and everyone will be coming back for seconds!

A green cup on a wooden board filled with crock pot hot chocolate, topped with sprinkles!
What's even better is this creamy, delicious hot chocolate is made in your slow cooker!

Crock Pot Hot Chocolate for a Crowd

Perfect for a party, this is hands off! Serve this on your counter or buffet with a ladle nearby. Add a bowl of marshmallows, whipped cream and jars of sprinkles so your guests can help themselves.

What can I do with leftover hot chocolate?

  • So you have leftovers? Allow the hot chocolate to cool completely. Pour it into to a pitcher, cover or seal and refrigerate. Then you have amazing chocolate milk!
  • Or pour into your favorite mug and reheat it in the microwave. See me - totally thinking ahead!

Use a funnel and pour it into the original milk jug - it's a perfect container for leftovers. That way, you can shake it up well prior to reheating.

How long will it keep in the refrigerator?

  • You can keep the easy crock pot hot chocolate leftovers for up to four days.

How do you make hot chocolate creamy?

The best way to make creamy, rich hot chocolate is to use cocoa powder and real chocolate chips. This hot chocolate recipe is the perfect combination!

An overhead view of a mug of crock pot hot chocolate on a wood board topped with marshmallows and surround by chocolates.
This easy crock pot hot chocolate recipe will feed a crowd!

This easy crock pot hot chocolate recipe will feed a crowd![/caption]

How do you make crock pot hot chocolate?

  • pour the milk into your crock pot
  • add the cocoa powder, vanilla and sweetened condensed milk
  • whisk everything together
  • next, sprinkle in the chocolate chips and cover
  • turn the slow cooker on low and cook for two hours
  • serve topped with mini marshmallows or whipped cream and sprinkles. Enjoy!

What can I serve with slow cooker hot chocolate?

I would keep your party simple and easy and surround your buffet with some simple cookies!

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Can I add alcohol to this recipe?

If you're looking for an adult beverage, you can easily make this hot chocolate boozy by adding:

  • Kahlúa
  • Peppermint Schnapps
  • Bailey's Irish Cream
  • Bourbon

Serve the alcohol on the side and allow guests to spike their own glass. Don't add the alcohol to the slow cooker.

Customize the confetti in your hot chocolate for every holiday!

  • Christmas time, use red and green sprinkles
  • Silver and gold would be festive for New Years
  • Baby Shower? Pink and blue - keep 'em guessing!
  • Orange and green would be really pretty at Thanksgiving

The confetti definitely makes it festive!

More great slow cooker beverage recipes

  • Slow Cooker Apple Cider - cozy up to fall with a mug of spiced apple cider!
  • Gingerbread Latte - better than Starbucks and easy to make in your crockpot!
  • Slow Cooker Eggnog - one of my favorite holiday drinks!

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The seasons are changing! At your next get-together I hope you serve a big batch of this easy hot chocolate! If you do, post a picture on social media!

You can tag me at #bowlmeover or on Instagram with @bowl_me_over! I love to see your tasty creations!!

Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate Recipe

A green cup on a wooden board filled with crock pot hot chocolate, topped with sprinkles!
5 from 16 votes

Crock Pot Hot Chocolate with Confetti

Easy hot chocolate made right in the slow cooker! Topping it off with marshmallows, whipped cream or a sprinkle of confetti (sprinkles) makes it perfect for any breakfast, brunch, or holiday gathering!
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Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time2 hours hrs
Total Time2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 148kcal
Author: Deb Clark
Cost: $8

Ingredients

  • 1 gallon milk
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 9 oz. dark chocolate chips
  • 1 8 oz. sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

  • Add the gallon of milk to the slow cooker
  • Next add in the cocoa powder, vanilla and sweetened condensed milk. Whisk to combine
  • Sprinkle in the chocolate chips and cover. 
  • Turn the crock pot to low and cook for two hours. After two hours change to the keep warm cycle
  • Give it a good whisk before serving, ladle into cups and enjoy!

Notes

What can you do with leftover hot chocolate?

  • Allow the hot chocolate to cool completely. Pour it into a pitcher, seal and refrigerate. Once cooled it becomes delicious chocolate milk!
  • Or pour into your favorite mug and reheat it in the microwave. 
Use a funnel and pour it into the original milk jug - it's a perfect container for leftovers. That way, you can shake it up well prior to reheating.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 148kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 102mg | Potassium: 332mg | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 385IU | Calcium: 269mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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    About Debra Clark

    Hey I'm Deb Clark, and I'm the owner of Bowl Me Over! We live in the sleepy little town of Scappoose, Oregon. And I admit it... I love food! Join me in this foodie journey (even if you've never cooked before!) I will help you learn to be confident in the kitchen! Want to learn more? Let's stay connected, you can email me at debra@bowl-me-over.com and find me on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

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    1. KGore says

      January 22, 2019 at 6:28 am

      5 stars
      What kind of milk do you recommend? Thank you! Making for my students tomorrow.

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        January 22, 2019 at 8:42 am

        How fun, the kids will love it! I used whole milk it gave it a great richness - love to see a picture if you snap one!

        Reply
    2. Danielle Green says

      October 27, 2018 at 7:16 am

      5 stars
      It's great to have a pot of hot cocoa to dip into all day long, and I love the sprinkles. Yum!

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        October 28, 2018 at 10:34 am

        The sprinkles make the cocoa extra special!

        Reply
    3. Melissa Howell says

      October 23, 2018 at 8:37 am

      5 stars
      My daughter was just saying last night how she wanted to have a Christmas party with a hot chocolate bar! I told her I would make hot chocolate in the crock pot (even though I've never done it before). You've just given me the perfect recipe! Pinning!

      Reply
    4. Malinda Linnebur says

      October 22, 2018 at 4:28 pm

      5 stars
      Hot chocolate is one of the first drinks I make when the weather gets chilly!! I love your liquor suggestions and I can't wait to try this out!!

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        October 22, 2018 at 4:43 pm

        Most definitely! this will be fun for New Year's Eve and fun family parties too!

        Reply
    5. Coleen Koehl says

      October 22, 2018 at 12:55 pm

      5 stars
      I've never tried hot chocolate in the crock pot, but this looks perfect for entertaining over the holidays!

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        October 22, 2018 at 4:47 pm

        It's just the best! So good and easy!!

        Reply
    6. Julie Evink says

      October 22, 2018 at 12:50 pm

      5 stars
      Totally doing this for the holidays for a hot chocolate bar and adding a few options to make it boozy! HIGH FIVE!

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        October 22, 2018 at 4:50 pm

        Thank you, thank you!! YES!! This is a holiday MUST!!

        Reply
    7. Jennifer Stewart says

      October 16, 2018 at 7:57 am

      5 stars
      I am not a coffee drinker but I do love my hot cocoa! This makes it extra special and I can have an entire slow cooker for me!

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        October 16, 2018 at 8:21 am

        Exactly!!! 😀 Enjoy this delicious sip!

        Reply
    8. Madi says

      October 15, 2018 at 8:04 am

      5 stars
      Making hot chocolate in a slow cooker is such a good idea! Perfect for a party!

      Reply
    9. Sandra Shaffer says

      October 14, 2018 at 9:54 pm

      5 stars
      Wonderful idea for a family gathering. I would love to sit back with a book and a cup of hot chocolate just by myself too. Heavenly, and yes, gimme a shot of booze too.

      Reply
    10. michele says

      October 14, 2018 at 9:50 pm

      5 stars
      Im impressed! The photos are beautiful! The crockpot hot chocolate sounds amazing! I love that you made it in the crockpot!!

      Reply
    11. Amy Nash says

      October 14, 2018 at 9:31 pm

      5 stars
      Okay, I'm thinking that birthday hot chocolate is going to need to be a thing now. Love the sprinkles in this!

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        October 16, 2018 at 8:21 am

        Thanks Amy, I know the kids will love it!!

        Reply
    12. Julie says

      October 14, 2018 at 3:51 pm

      5 stars
      This is warming my bones just looking at it! I love a spiked version of course!

      Reply
    13. Liza says

      October 13, 2018 at 12:42 pm

      5 stars
      Oh, this recipe is divine! Loving the condensed milk in it! It sounds so delicious all together and it looks SO GOOD! 🙂

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        October 14, 2018 at 7:27 am

        Liza it is creamy and luscious, I love this hot chocolate!!

        Reply
    14. debi at Life Currents says

      October 13, 2018 at 6:09 am

      5 stars
      This looks delicious! And it's like a celebration in a cup! So much fun, regardless of your age!

      Reply
    15. Healing Tomato says

      October 12, 2018 at 8:44 pm

      5 stars
      I am a true hot chocolate aficionado. This recipe has me drooling! I love a slow boiled hot chocolate. The drink is so perfect for those cold summer nights. Having this in hand and sitting in front of the fire is my perfect idea of spending a cold snowy night.

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        October 14, 2018 at 7:28 am

        I love your vision, that sounds absolutely dreamy! Enjoy your hot chocolate Rini!!!

        Reply
    16. Sandi says

      October 11, 2018 at 11:12 am

      5 stars
      LOL, I am so glad you put in the liquors to add. I was just saying this is too cute to be just for kids! I can't wait to give it a try Debra!

      Reply
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