This Creamy Hot Chocolate is chocolatey goodness in a cup. It’s rich, decadent and absolute perfection. Topped with whipped cream and crushed candy cane. . . honestly, it doesn’t get any better this!

♡THE BEST OF 12 DAYS OF SUGAR – DAY 9♡

I shared this recipe back in December 2016 and have made it countless times since. It’s simple, decadent, comforting and absolutely delicious! It’s going to become your favorite!

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The sugar frenzy continues with my 12 Days of Sugar and today I’m sharing this Creamy Hot Chocolate. It’s hot chocolate perfection and you’re going to love it! Hot Chocolate is so magical to me. I don’t think there is anything better on a cold, wintry day than a cup of delicious hot chocolate. We are huge hot chocolate lovers at our house and this Creamy Hot Chocolate completely won us over the other day.

It’s amazing!

This is honestly some of the BEST hot chocolate I’ve ever had. It made me want to do cartwheels (which I probably would have done, but I’m old and would most likely have injured some part of my body).

My boys absolutely love when the weather turns colder because they know that means one thing. . . hot chocolate every morning! It’s one of the very few good things about cold weather.

FIVE SIMPLE INGREDIENTS:

Sweetened condensed milk
Cocoa
Milk
Cream
Vanilla

OPTIONAL GARNISHES:

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Whipped cream
Crushed candy cane

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes you can. Follow the instructions but just warm it enough for the cocoa to dissolve. Let it cool and then store it covered in the refrigerator. When you’re ready to drink it, slowly reheat it in a pan on the stovetop over medium heat until heated through. Make sure you stir it often. You also can combine all of the ingredients in your slow cooker and heat it on low for a couple hours until it’s hot.

I highly recommend topping it with fresh whipped cream and chopped candy cane or peppermint candy. This stuff is sinful. We devoured every last drop! You are going to want this every. single. day!

Creamy Hot Chocolate

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Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: about 8 servings 1x

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Ingredients

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1 can (14-ounce) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup cocoa
5 cups milk
1 cup cream
2 teaspoons vanilla

Garnishes: (optional)

Whipped cream
Crushed candy cane
Marshmallows

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Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan and whisk until combined.
Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until heated through (don’t let boil).
Serve with whipped cream, marshmallows and/or crushed peppermint candy.

Notes

This can also be made in your slow cooker. Just add all the ingredients and whisk together. Cook on low for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Beverage
Method: Stovetop or Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Keywords: hot chocolate, slow cooker, beverage,

Recipe Source: Adapted slightly from Simple 1-2-3 Eagle Brand Cookbook

Originally posted December 4, 2106.