Hot Chocolate Crockpot (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 cup half-and-half.
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3 cups whole milk.
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3 tablespoons white sugar.
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1 teaspoon optional espresso powder.
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2 teaspoons vanilla flavoring.
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6 ounces chopped dark chocolate.
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A pinch of kosher salt.
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1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa.
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Extras if you like: whipped cream, marshmallows, caramel drizzle, mini chocolate chips.
# Instructions:
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Toss everything except the toppings into a 3-quart slow cooker—milk, half-and-half, chocolate, sugar, cocoa, vanilla, espresso powder, and salt.
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Whisk it hard for a minute or two until the cocoa powder disappears into the mixture.
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Set the cooker to low for 2-3 hours or high for 45 minutes to an hour. Stir it every 45 minutes while it melts and heats up.
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Keep it warm or on the low setting. Scoop some into cups and throw on any toppings you’re in the mood for.
# Notes:
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Stick with whole milk for the best result.
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Skip using chocolate chips—they don't work well here.
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Good for up to 4 days in the fridge.