Description
Creamy slow cooker pumpkin hot chocolate brings warmth and comfort to chilly evenings, blending rich seasonal spices with smooth chocolate notes. Cozy mugs filled with this indulgent beverage promise delightful sips that will embrace and comfort weary souls.
Ingredients
Scale
Dairy and Liquid Ingredients:
- 4 cups (946 ml) whole milk
- 2 cups (474 ml) heavy cream
- ⅓ cup (79 ml) maple syrup or brown sugar
Chocolate and Pumpkin Ingredients:
- 1 cup (170 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup (120 grams) pumpkin puree
- ¼ cup (25 grams) cocoa powder
Seasoning and Garnish Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Whipped cream
- Mini marshmallows
- Cinnamon or nutmeg sprinkle
- Chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Assemble the velvety mixture by gently pouring milk, heavy cream, chocolate chips, pumpkin puree, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of salt into the slow cooker.
- Thoroughly blend the ingredients using a whisk to ensure a uniform consistency, eliminating any potential clumps.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to low temperature, allowing the decadent liquid to simmer and meld flavors for approximately 2-3 hours.
- Periodically stir the mixture during the cooking process to prevent ingredients from sticking and to promote even melting of the chocolate chips.
- Once the chocolate has completely dissolved and the texture appears smooth and creamy, vigorously whisk the hot chocolate to guarantee a perfectly integrated blend.
- Carefully transfer the luxurious pumpkin hot chocolate into individual mugs, creating an inviting beverage that promises warmth and comfort.
- Elevate the presentation by crowning each mug with a generous dollop of whipped cream, a scattering of marshmallows, or a delicate sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
Notes
- Slow cookers distribute heat evenly, making the chocolate melt smoothly without burning, creating a rich and creamy texture.
- Experiment with different chocolate types like dark, milk, or semi-sweet chips to customize the flavor intensity and sweetness level.
- For a dairy-free version, swap regular milk and cream with coconut milk or almond milk, which adds a subtle nutty undertone to the hot chocolate.
- Control the spice level by adjusting pumpkin pie spice or creating a homemade blend to match your personal taste preferences, ensuring a perfectly balanced warmth in every sip.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Category: Drinks, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg