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Slow Cooker Chocolate Covered Cherry Hot Chocolate Recipe

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  • Author: Lana
  • Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Indulge in a rich and creamy Slow Cooker Chocolate Covered Cherry Hot Chocolate, perfect for cozy evenings. This delightful recipe combines whole milk, semi-sweet chocolate, maraschino cherries with their juice, cocoa powder, and a touch of sugar, slow-cooked to meld all the flavors beautifully. Topped with whipped cream and extra cherries, it’s a decadent treat that serves 8 and is easy to prepare in your slow cooker.

Ingredients

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Hot Chocolate Base

  • ½ gallon whole milk
  • 11 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 12 oz jar maraschino cherries (including juice, about 23 cherries and ¾ cup juice)
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup sugar

Garnish

  • Whipped cream (canned or fresh)
  • Additional maraschino cherries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In your slow cooker, add the whole milk, semi-sweet chocolate chips, entire jar of maraschino cherries with juice, unsweetened cocoa powder, and sugar. Stir gently to mix all components evenly.
  2. Cook the Mixture: Set your slow cooker on HIGH and cook for 2 hours. This high temperature helps to extract and deepen the cherry flavor while melting the chocolate smoothly into the milk for a rich and creamy consistency.
  3. Serve and Garnish: After 2 hours, stir the hot chocolate well to ensure everything is blended perfectly. Serve into mugs and top each serving with a generous dollop of whipped cream and a few additional maraschino cherries for an attractive and flavorful garnish.

Notes

  • Use whole milk for the creamiest and richest flavor; low-fat milk will produce a thinner hot chocolate.
  • Be sure to include the cherry juice from the jar for the best cherry infusion.
  • Cooking on HIGH in a slow cooker is essential to develop the full cherry and chocolate flavor.
  • This recipe serves 8, ideal for sharing at gatherings or family occasions.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator and gently reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave to prevent scorching.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: slow cooker hot chocolate, cherry hot chocolate, chocolate cherry drink, slow cooker beverages, easy hot chocolate recipe

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