Cozy Crockpot Peppermint White Hot Chocolate
This easy crockpot peppermint white hot chocolate is the ultimate holiday drink. Set it and forget it for a creamy, minty treat that’s perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups whole milk (1.4 liters)
- 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
- 2 cups white chocolate chips (340 grams)
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies (60 grams, plus more for garnish)
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, marshmallows, additional crushed peppermint, peppermint sticks
Instructions
- Lightly spray the inside of a 4-6 quart slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
- Pour the whole milk and heavy cream into the crockpot and whisk together gently.
- Sprinkle the white chocolate chips evenly over the milk mixture. Do not stir yet.
- Drizzle in the peppermint extract and vanilla extract.
- Stir in the crushed peppermint candies.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 2 hours. Do not cook on high.
- After 1 hour, whisk the mixture well to help the white chocolate melt and incorporate the peppermint.
- After 2 hours, check consistency. If too thin, cook uncovered for another 30 minutes.
- Taste and adjust: add more peppermint extract (1/4 teaspoon) or a pinch of salt if needed.
- Ladle into mugs and top with whipped cream, marshmallows, and crushed peppermint. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use low heat only to prevent scorching. For a dairy-free version, substitute oat milk or almond milk and full-fat coconut cream. Add a cinnamon stick for extra warmth. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or in the crockpot on LOW.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 ounces
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 11
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Protein: 6
Keywords: crockpot hot chocolate, white hot chocolate, peppermint hot chocolate, holiday drink, slow cooker hot chocolate, easy hot chocolate