Slow Cooker Peppermint White Hot Chocolate
A rich and creamy peppermint white hot chocolate made with white chocolate, milk, cream, and crushed peppermint candies. This easy slow cooker Christmas drink is perfect for holiday movie nights and family gatherings.
Servings 8
Ingredients
- 8 ounces white chocolate chopped, or white chocolate chips
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups half-and-half cream
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 8 –10 peppermint candies crushed, plus extra for topping
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream optional, for serving
Instructions
- Add the chopped white chocolate or white chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies to the slow cooker.
- Pour in the whole milk, half-and-half cream, and heavy whipping cream.
- Add the vanilla extract and stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 1½ to 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes, until the chocolate and peppermint candies are completely melted and the mixture is hot and steamy. Do not boil.
- Stir once more and ladle into mugs. Top with whipped cream and additional crushed peppermint candies, if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
For a lighter version: Omit the heavy whipping cream and increase the whole milk to 3 cups. Keep the remaining ingredients the same.
Keeping warm: Once heated, switch the slow cooker to WARM and stir occasionally. Avoid overheating.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave in 20–30 second intervals, stirring between each, or in a saucepan over low heat.