Slow Cooker Peppermint Hot Chocolate is the perfect recipe for peppermint lovers! We LOVE this Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate recipe because it’s so easy to make. It’s made with sweetened condensed milk so this crockpot hot chocolate is SUPER CREAMY!

Peppermint Hot Chocolate in a glass and bronze mug, topped with marshmallows

Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Peppermint Hot Chocolate is the perfect Christmas recipe. This slow cooker hot chocolate recipe is so easy to make, and so delicious!

Is today really CHRISTMAS EVE? I cannot believe that. Time really does fly! I have been trying to post up a storm for the holidays, and thought I would squeeze in one more favorite for you before the big day tomorrow. You’re going to love this Peppermint Hot Chocolate recipe.

My friend Lissy told me about this amazing way to make hot chocolate in a crockpot and I just HAD to try it. Turns out it’s amazing! This peppermint slow cooker hot chocolate is creamy and dreamy and EASY…basically, it’s just PERFECT for Christmas.

Peppermint Hot Chocolate isn’t just for Christmas though! If you don’t make it for the big day, it’s also perfect for a fun snow day full of sledding, skating, skiing, or just for any chilly night throughout the year. Crockpot hot chocolate works for any time you need an easy way to create a big batch of hot cocoa for you, your family, your guests, etc.

A crockpot with a cup of chocolate chips and a can of condensed milk sitting in front of it

Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate recipe: A silver crockpot filled with hot chocolate

Peppermint Hot Chocolate in a Slow Cooker

I love all things made in a slow cooker, but this peppermint hot chocolate recipe has got to be one of my favorites. It’s just so comforting and cozy! Who doesn’t love hot chocolate? This peppermint version is just one of the many ways you could make slow cooker hot chocolate your own. Use the base recipe but switch up some of the ingredients to make your favorite flavors!

Slow Cooker Peppermint Hot Chocolate in a mug and topped with marshmallows and a candy cane

Glass mug with copper handle filled with peppermint hot chocolate

How to Make Slow Cooker Peppermint Hot Chocolate

I wish you could taste how creamy this slow cooker peppermint hot chocolate goodness is…oh wait, you can! With just 5 ingredients and almost no thought whatsoever, you can make this slow cooker hot chocolate for yourself. It’s just so simple AND so delicious.

The base for this crockpot hot chocolate recipe is heavy cream, skim milk, sweetened condensed milk, and milk chocolate chips. Then we add in peppermint extract to give it flavor, but you can switch out those extra flavors if you don’t want peppermint.

How to make hot chocolate in a slow cooker:

  1. Combine all ingredients in the crockpot.
  2. Set it to low heat.
  3. Let it cook for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

That’s it! It’s so easy. Just spoon it into a mug, top it with marshmallows, and add in a candy cane if you want to get super festive! Because why not?

Crockpot hot chocolate recipe

Slow cooker hot chocolate recipe in a glass mug

Crockpot Hot Chocolate Recipe

I looooove hot chocolate. I especially love serving it to guests during the holidays. On Christmas Eve when the snow is falling, and family is gathered around the fireplace to chat and get ready for a big day of eating and gifts and celebrations, that peppermint hot chocolate is the perfect way to bring us all together. Serving hot chocolate for a big group though…that can be a bit of a hassle if I’m being honest.

Slow Cooker hot chocolate fixes that, though, because you just set it and forget it. Plus you can easily make enough for everyone in one big batch. Perfect!

Overhead view of peppermint hot chocolate topped with marshmallows and candy canes in the shape of a heart

I hope everyone has the absolute best Christmas Eve and Christmas. Love to all!

If you like this peppermint hot chocolate recipe, try these other tasty hot drink recipes:

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Slow Cooker Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe

4.66 from 20 votes
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 2 hours
Total: 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 10 drinks
Author: Becky Hardin
mugs of hot chocolate topped with mini marshmallows
Slow Cooker Peppermint Hot Chocolate is the perfect recipe for peppermint lovers! We LOVE this Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate recipe because it's so easy to make. It's made with sweetened condensed milk so this crockpot hot chocolate is SUPER CREAMY!
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Ingredients 

  • 2 cups heavy cream 454 grams
  • cups skim milk 1,249 grams
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk 396 grams (1 can)
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract 4 grams
  • 2 cups good quality milk chocolate chips 340 grams

Optional Garnishes

  • Marshmallows
  • Mini candy canes

Instructions 

  • Combine all ingredients (except garnishes) in a crockpot set to low heat. Let cook for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. When chocolate is fully melted and the drink is hot to taste, it's done!
    2 cups heavy cream, 5½ cups skim milk, 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk, 1 teaspoon peppermint extract, 2 cups good quality milk chocolate chips
  • Top with marshmallows and mini candy canes for some extra fun.
    Marshmallows, Mini candy canes

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Becky's Tips

  • Try using good quality white chocolate for a white chocolate hot cocoa.
  • Use the recipe slider to adjust the number of servings and easily double the recipe!
  • Nutritional information does not include optional garnishes.
Storage: Store slow cooker peppermint hot chocolate in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Serving: 1drinkCalories: 453kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 9gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 78mgSodium: 127mgPotassium: 418mgSugar: 43gVitamin A: 1081IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 322mgIron: 0.1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Meet Becky Hardin

Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.

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Barbara Moody
Barbara Moody
March 9, 2023 11:59 am

Love this recipe, I have made it past two years… Wished I could find the cups like these!!5 stars

Samantha Marceau
March 9, 2023 12:10 pm
Reply to  Barbara Moody

The mugs are from Williams Sonoma, but I don’t think they sell them online anymore!

Kizzie
Kizzie
November 18, 2019 1:43 pm

My sister made this last December for an event for our local animal shelter. It was such a huge hit we ran out super fast! Can you give me advice on how I can quadruple this recipe- what kind of items to use, etc? I’ve never had to serve a large crowd, would like advice in going about this.5 stars

KIM BROWN
KIM BROWN
December 25, 2018 1:16 am

T-TOTTALLY AWESOME….LOVE IT… THE WHOLE FAMILY YOUNG & OLD…..5 stars

Susie Gall
Susie Gall
December 20, 2018 11:45 am

The hot chocolate and cookie look amazing. Perfect combination and just in time for Christmas and Christmas Eve. It looks so inviting – love it!!5 stars

May
May
October 5, 2018 8:22 am

This hot chocolate sounds heavenly! Great for having the family over – nice option for the kids. A must try – thanks!5 stars

Kambry Richardson
Kambry Richardson
December 13, 2016 10:59 pm

I just made this slow cooker Peppermint Hot Chocolate for my boyfriend and I and we are OBSESSED!! What an amazing recipe idea! We plan on making it for our family and friends next time they come over and maybe switching it up with white chocolate chips for next time to try both flavors. Thank you so much! I don’t have to go to Starbucks now and spend 5 dollars on a hot cocoa when this homemade one tastes so much better and saves money!

Sierra
Sierra
December 13, 2016 3:02 pm

This is the first recipe I tried with my new crockpot and it’s amazing!! I can’t wait to make it on Christmas morning!

Emily
Emily
November 25, 2016 9:59 pm

This looks delicious! What size slow cooker do you use?

Tiffany
Tiffany
October 15, 2016 8:13 am

I can’t wait to make this this Holiday (2016) & I am dying to know where you bought the cups that you served it in!?

Holly
Holly
January 15, 2016 9:57 am

Great recipe. I would love to know where to buy those mugs!