Name: Crock Pot Hot Cocoa
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 2 h 30 min
Total time: 2 h 35 min
Yield: 20 Servings
Cuisine: American

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In 3½ or 4-quart slow cooker, combine first three ingredients and mix well.

Cover; cook on high setting for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until chocolate is melted.

Whisk in stir 2 cups of milk until smooth.

Gradually stir in remaining 6 cups milk and vanilla.

Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or until hot.

Before serving, whisk until cocoa is full combined.

To serve, leave in slow cooker and reduce heat setting to low or warm.

Top with your favorite toppings.

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Chop Your Chocolate Finely 🍫
Cut both semisweet and unsweetened chocolate into small, uniform pieces to ensure even melting and prevent clumping in your slow cooker.
Use High-Quality Vanilla Extract ✨
Add pure vanilla extract in the last 15 minutes of cooking rather than at the start, as prolonged heat can diminish its delicate aromatic compounds.
Balance Your Chocolate Ratio ⚖️
Combine semisweet and unsweetened chocolate in a 2:1 ratio to achieve optimal depth and richness without excessive bitterness or one-dimensional sweetness.
Warm Your Milk Gradually 🌡️
Set your crock pot to LOW rather than HIGH to gently warm the milk and prevent scorching on the bottom, ensuring silky-smooth texture throughout.
Whisk Before Serving 🥄
Stir vigorously with a whisk just before serving to incorporate any settled chocolate and create a luxurious, frothy consistency that elevates the drinking experience.