This slow cooker hot chocolate is the ultimate hands-off way to feed a crowd on a chilly night. Finely chopped semi-sweet chocolate melts down into a deeply rich, steaming base, while cocoa powder, a touch of salt, and a splash of vanilla round out the flavor into something silky and just sweet enough. A whisper of cinnamon adds warmth if you want it, and the slow cooker does all the heavy lifting, keeping everything smooth and glossy on the WARM setting until you're ready to ladle it out. It's an easy, low-effort recipe that fits neatly into a lactose free lineup for parties, movie nights, or holiday gatherings. Ladle it into your favorite mugs and let everyone customize their own toppings for a cozy, crowd-pleasing treat.
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Add the whole milk, heavy cream, and sweetened condensed milk to a 4-quart or larger slow cooker. Whisk in the cocoa powder and salt until no dry clumps remain.
Add the finely chopped chocolate and stir to distribute. Cover and cook on LOW for 2 hours, whisking once halfway through, until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is steaming and smooth.
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