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A festive mug of creamy White Hot Chocolate topped with whipped cream and crushed peppermint, surrounded by Christmas decorations.

Slow Cooker White Christmas Hot Chocolate

Indulge in a rich, creamy, and festive Slow Cooker White Christmas Hot Chocolate, perfect for holiday gatherings. This delightful beverage combines smooth white chocolate with a hint of almond for a truly magical sip.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Beverage, Drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 ounce)
  • 12 ounces good quality white chocolate chopped or white chocolate chips
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • Pinch salt
For Serving (Optional)
  • Whipped cream for serving
  • White chocolate shavings for serving
  • Holiday sprinkles for serving
  • Crushed peppermint candy for serving

Equipment

  • 6-quart Slow Cooker
  • Whisk
  • Ladle
  • Mugs

Method
 

Combine Ingredients
  1. In a 6-quart (or larger) slow cooker, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, chopped white chocolate (or chips), and a pinch of salt.
  2. Whisk gently to combine the ingredients and ensure the white chocolate is evenly distributed.
Cook
  1. Cover the slow cooker and cook on the LOW setting for 2 to 2.5 hours, or on HIGH for 1 to 1.5 hours. Stir occasionally (every 30-45 minutes) to prevent scorching on the bottom and to help the white chocolate melt smoothly.
  2. The hot chocolate is ready when the white chocolate is completely melted, and the mixture is hot and smooth, with no lumps.
Flavor and Serve
  1. Once heated through, stir in the vanilla extract and almond extract. Taste and adjust sweetness or flavor if desired.
  2. If holding for a party, set the slow cooker to the WARM setting to keep the hot chocolate at an ideal temperature.
  3. Ladle the Slow Cooker White Christmas Hot Chocolate into mugs. Garnish with whipped cream, white chocolate shavings, holiday sprinkles, or crushed peppermint candy, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For an even richer flavor, you can replace a portion of the whole milk with half-and-half. Ensure you use good quality white chocolate as it significantly impacts the flavor profile of the hot chocolate. White chocolate can sometimes seize if heated too quickly or unevenly, so stirring is key in the slow cooker to maintain a smooth consistency. This recipe can easily be doubled for a larger crowd.