Description
Indulge in the warm, creamy goodness of Slow Cooker Chocolate Covered Cherry Hot Chocolate—a delightful treat for cozy evenings and festive gatherings. This decadent beverage combines rich chocolate with sweet cherries, creating a unique flavor profile that’s sure to please everyone. With just five minutes of prep time, you can set your slow cooker and let it do all the work while you enjoy the delicious aroma filling your home. Perfectly portioned for eight servings, this hot chocolate is customizable with toppings like whipped cream and extra cherries for a beautiful presentation. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or enjoying a quiet movie night, this recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ gallon whole milk
- 11 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 12 oz. jar maraschino cherries (juice included)
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup sugar
- Whipped cream (canister is fine)
- Additional cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Combine whole milk, chocolate chips, maraschino cherries (with juice), cocoa powder, and sugar in a slow cooker. Stir well.
- Set the slow cooker to HIGH and cook for 2 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure even melting.
- Once cooked, stir again and serve topped with whipped cream and extra cherries.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg