When the temperature drops and you’re craving a cozy treat, few things hit the spot quite like a cup of peppermint hot chocolate. This recipe is the perfect companion for a Christmas movie night or any holiday gathering. And the best part? You can make it effortlessly in your slow cooker!
With just a handful of ingredients and a few hours in the slow cooker, you can create a festive treat that’s sure to impress. Whether you’re hosting friends or simply treating your family, this rich and creamy peppermint hot chocolate recipe is the perfect choice. Follow this easy guide from Blain’s Farm & Fleet to create your own.
Making peppermint hot chocolate in a slow cooker is simple! Here’s how to do it:
Place the milk, half & half, cocoa powder, Hershey’s chocolate bars, and candy canes in your slow cooker. We used the Ninja 8.5 QT Foodi PossibleCooker PRO, but you can use any medium-sized slow cooker.
Set your slow cooker on low heat. Cover and allow the mixture to cook for at least two hours. During this time, the chocolate will melt, the peppermint will infuse the drink, and the flavors will blend together nicely.
Before serving, give everything a good stir to ensure it’s well combined and the texture is smooth. Use a ladle to serve it straight from the slow cooker into mugs. If you’d like, you can top with your favorite additions like whipped cream, marshmallows, or sprinkles. We added crushed candy canes to ours.
To make your peppermint hot cocoa truly special, keep these tips in mind:
Presentation is half the fun when it comes to serving hot chocolate! Here are some ideas to make your peppermint hot chocolate extra festive:
Why not give it a try this season? Gather your ingredients, fire up the slow cooker, and enjoy the coziest peppermint hot chocolate you’ve ever had. Once you try it, this drink recipe just might become a cherished holiday tradition.
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