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Crockpot Hot Chocolate Recipe! {Easy 3 Ingredient Homemade Cocoa}

October 7, 2013 By Heidi 39 Comments

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This easy Crockpot Hot Chocolate Recipe is simply irresistible on a cold Winter day!

Crockpot Hot Chocolate Recipes

There’s nothing better than a cozy mug of Hot Chocolate on a chilly day, right?  And this dreamy, creamy Crockpot Hot Chocolate Recipe is such a cinch to make!

It’s the perfect way to warm up the family on a chilly Winter weekend… and an absolute must have at your Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings!

At our home, we call this the Best Hot Chocolate EVER!!  The flavor is out of this world, and thanks to just 3 easy ingredient’s it’s SO simple to make!

So go grab the Crockpot and let’s get this cocoa started, shall we?  Here’s what you’ll need…

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What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Recipe…

Robin writes: “Simple and delicious!!”

Brynn writes: “I took to an annual cookie exchange & it was a hit, so I’m making again for my Winter open house”

Madison writes: “It was so yummy! Just add some whip cream and marshmallows!”

Sandi writes: “Made this recipe for a Christmas open house. Made a double batch and had to take time to make another double batch in the middle of the open house. (Just added it to what was left in the crockpot and it was still plenty hot) everyone loved it!  I served it with mini marshmallows and caramel topping. Rave reviews!”

Becky writes: “Went out for dinner while hot chocolate cooked. Great with mini marshmallows and whipped cream! Enjoy!”

Bonnie writes: “Wonderful and easy!! Used raw cane sugar”

Heather writes: “Yummy. I added half and half with milk”

Erica writes: “I’ve made this recipe 3 times with great success. The first time I used my crock pot, the next two times I did it on the stovetop and served it right away because I didn’t need to keep it hot for a long time.”

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Crockpot Hot Chocolate Recipe

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Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time2 hrs
Total Time2 hrs 10 mins
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: crock pot, easy, party, Slow Cooker
Servings: 5
Author: The Frugal Girls

Ingredients

  • 5 cups Milk {Nonfat 1%, 2% or Whole will all work}
  • ½ cup Hershey’s Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • ½ cup Granulated {White} Sugar
  • 1 cup Hot Water

Instructions

  • Add Cocoa, Sugar, and Hot Water to medium saucepan, and cook over Medium heat, stirring constantly.
  • Increase heat to Medium-High, and bring chocolate mixture to a gentle boil, still stirring constantly.
  • Transfer mixture to 4 quart Crockpot, add cold Milk, and stir.
  • Cook on HIGH for 2 hours or LOW for 4 hours, or until hot.
  • Stir again, just prior to serving.
  • Pour into mugs or Mason Jar Mugs, then top with Whip Cream and Sprinkles! ENJOY!!

Notes

*Recipe can easily be doubled if using a larger Crockpot. I'd recommend a 7 quart Crockpot if doubling the recipe.

What You’ll Need to Make This Crockpot Hot Chocolate Recipe:

Hershey’s Cocoa Powder

4 – 6 quart Crock Pot {or 7+ if doubling}

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Filed Under: Beverages, Breakfast Recipes, Christmas, Crockpot Recipe, Fall, Recipes Tagged With: Christmas Recipes, Hot Chocolate, Thanksgiving Recipes

Comments

  1. Jenn says

    December 25, 2020 at 10:38 am

    Has anyone tried this with a milk alternative? I have a milk intolerant child and was thinking of using almond milk…

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      December 28, 2020 at 2:13 pm

      I honestly haven’t, Jenn… but if you do, let me know how it turns out!

      Reply
  2. Molly Pisula says

    October 8, 2020 at 6:43 am

    Yum to crockpot hot chocolate! Such an awesome party idea for my teens with fall/winter birthdays!

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      October 8, 2020 at 10:53 am

      Oh that’s a great idea, Molly… this is such a fun party drink! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Rebecca Dillon says

    December 18, 2019 at 7:28 am

    I love this. This is perfect for sitting around the tree with family opening gifts and reminiscing over holidays past.

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      January 8, 2020 at 3:18 pm

      I agree, Rebecca… the perfect cozy drink for winter nights with family!

      Reply
  4. Amanda says

    December 12, 2018 at 3:03 pm

    Could I make this ahead of time, following steps 1 and 2. Then, put it in the fridge for two days, stir, then pour into the crockpot and heat. I know it’ll take some time to get up to temperature coming from the fridge.

    It is for a work Christmas party that is after work on Friday. I won’t have any time during the day to prep this, so I’m wondering if I can do it ahead of time.

    Thanks 🙂

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      December 12, 2018 at 8:46 pm

      Hi Amanda ~ I haven’t ever tried making it that way before. If you do, let me know how it turns out!

      Reply
  5. Kari Zimmerman says

    November 14, 2018 at 6:22 pm

    Heidi…I want to take this to work in the a.m. If I do the first step (boil water, cocoa and sugar) and pour that by itself into a thermos and then travel the 10 min to work and then dump the thermos into the crockpot and add the milk do you think this will work?

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      November 14, 2018 at 6:37 pm

      Hi Kari ~ I honestly haven’t tried it this way before. I’m thinking it should work, but there is the potential that the cocoa liquid might separate a little bit during the drive.

      Reply
  6. Marissa Torres says

    October 16, 2018 at 9:56 pm

    can i just throw everything in the crockpot from the start?

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      October 17, 2018 at 9:49 am

      Hi Marissa ~ unfortunately that won’t work, as you’ll end up with an uneven and clumpy consistency. Make sure to follow the instructions above for a rich, creamy and smooth cocoa. Hope that helps! 🙂

      Reply
      • Marissa torres says

        October 17, 2018 at 9:57 am

        one more question…how long is it safe to leave hot cocoa containing milk like that in the crockpot for even if i keep it pn warm setting?

        Reply
        • Heidi says

          October 17, 2018 at 11:09 am

          Hi Marissa ~ when I make it, I’ve always had it last for several hours kept on the warm setting.

          Reply
  7. Jaime says

    January 30, 2016 at 2:07 pm

    Made this tonight for my girls’ night hot chocolate bar. It was perfect! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      February 19, 2016 at 5:39 pm

      You’re very welcome, Jaime… so glad everyone loved it! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Stephanie says

    December 16, 2015 at 6:18 pm

    What size crock pot do I need to make this?

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      December 17, 2015 at 10:36 pm

      Hi Stephanie ~ a 4 quart or larger will work great. Hope that helps! 🙂

      Reply
  9. Jessica says

    December 15, 2015 at 8:22 pm

    Ok I need to make this for my daughter’s school christmas party. There are 24 kids. When you make this does it only fill up the crockpot halfway? If so can I double it to fill the crockpot up all the way?? I see it makes 5. Just trying to see if I need 2 or 4 crockpots?

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      December 17, 2015 at 10:40 pm

      Hi Jessica ~ the recipe will fill up a 6 – 7 quart Crockpot about halfway, and yes… it can be doubled. Hope that helps! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Tonja says

    January 2, 2015 at 6:24 pm

    Just made your crockpot hot cocoa. It was fabulous!!! Wanted Starbucks earlier today but the line was insane. I put cinnamon on my whipped cream and a small candy cane in mine. It was better than Starbucks in my opinion! Thanks for sharing a new family favorite!!!

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      January 23, 2015 at 10:39 pm

      Aww ~ you’re very welcome, Tonja! I’m so glad you loved it… even more than Starbucks! 😉

      Reply
  11. Stacy @Stacy Makes Cents says

    December 26, 2014 at 2:43 pm

    I made this for Christmas morning and it was a big hit! I found some awesome super mini marshmallows at the Amish store which made it even more awesome. 🙂

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      December 26, 2014 at 2:48 pm

      So glad you liked it, Stacy! The mini marshmallows sound like a fabulous addition! 😉

      Reply
  12. Nicole says

    December 7, 2014 at 6:55 am

    Can this be left on low to stay warm over a long period of time? Was going to make it for work and left the ladies drink it throughout the day.

    Reply
  13. Katie Raguindin says

    November 16, 2014 at 8:31 am

    I have a 3 combo crock pot of 1.5 quarts each. I want to make 3 different hot chocolate recipes to go in each one. Are these recipes easily adjusted to fit that small of a crock pot? If so, what would you suggest the changes be?

    Reply
  14. diane scott says

    September 19, 2014 at 6:10 pm

    Can this be doubled/tripled?

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      September 22, 2014 at 4:57 pm

      Hi Diane… yes ~ this recipe can definitely be doubled. Just make sure you have a crockpot big enough to hold the amount you’re making. 😉 ENJOY!

      Reply
  15. Lisa says

    December 20, 2013 at 10:00 pm

    Made this tonight for a Christmas party and everyone loved it! Thank you so much for sharing the recipe.
    : )

    Reply
  16. Vickey Wirtz says

    December 15, 2013 at 7:23 pm

    Tried this for a Church function and it was great had one of those three crockpots and three batches fit into them great. Will use again.

    Reply
  17. Aleesha Swank says

    December 15, 2013 at 8:31 am

    What a great idea. Can’t wait to have this ready Christmas morning while everything else is cooking. My kids will love it!

    Reply
  18. Sheree' says

    November 14, 2013 at 12:46 pm

    How many will this serve?

    Reply
    • cindy says

      November 27, 2013 at 5:40 am

      Since 6 cups of liquid are used my guess is 6 1 cup servings

      Reply
  19. carrie says

    November 4, 2013 at 6:39 pm

    Do you how many this will serve? I want to make it for my birthday party .

    Reply
  20. Kathryn says

    November 1, 2013 at 10:48 am

    This is the hot cocoa we grew up on, only Mom didn`t have a slow cooker. She just stood there and stirred constantly. Wonderful cold weathertreat. Delicious.

    Reply
    • jul says

      October 23, 2014 at 1:12 pm

      Omg…i remember my mom doing that

      Reply
  21. shannon says

    October 31, 2013 at 12:12 pm

    I see your using cocoa unsweetened…could you use the regular bulk powdered cocoa mix you can use for choco milk or hot cocoa and just not add the sugar? Thats what I have on hand and would love to make this for halloween tonight cause we have family and friends coming over for trick or treating time….thanks 🙂

    Reply
    • Crow Bird says

      February 9, 2014 at 6:15 am

      can u use reg hot cocoa, or chocolate drink mix???

      Reply
      • Annie says

        December 8, 2014 at 11:39 am

        No, this is a homemade cocoa recipe. Mixes have all kinds of other ingredients in them besides cocoa. It would almost be like using a boxed cake mix instead of flour in a cake recipe.

        Reply

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