Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this Slow Cooker Chocolate Covered Cherry Hot Chocolate, a perfect treat for chilly evenings and festive gatherings. This delightful beverage combines semi-sweet chocolate and maraschino cherries for a decadent drink that will warm your heart and satisfy your sweet cravings. With minimal effort required, you can set it up in your slow cooker, allowing it to meld flavors while you enjoy your evening. It’s ideal for serving at parties or cozy nights in, topped with whipped cream and extra cherries for an indulgent touch.
Ingredients
- ½ gallon whole milk
- 11 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 12 oz. jar maraschino cherries (with juice)
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup sugar
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Additional cherries (for garnish)
Instructions
- In the slow cooker, combine whole milk, chocolate chips, maraschino cherries (including juice), cocoa powder, and sugar. Stir well.
- Set the slow cooker to HIGH and cook for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Once cooked, stir again before ladling into mugs. Top with whipped cream and garnish with extra cherries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (approx. 8 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness by tasting before serving; feel free to add more sugar if desired. For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond or coconut milk.