Crockpot Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate
Like a Reese’s cup in a glass! This slow cooker peanut butter hot chocolate is a decadent treat that’s perfect for warming up after a cold and chilly day!
Crockpot Reese’s Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate
Where are my Reese’s cup fans?!
I am a sucker for anything involving chocolate and peanut butter!! Reese’s peanut butter cups have always been one of my absolute favorite candy treats for Halloween, Easter, you name it!
This slow cooker peanut butter hot chocolate tastes like a Reese’s cup in a mug! Yep, it is that good!! Maybe even better because it is so rich and creamy. You’ve never had a cup of hot cocoa quite like this!
I mean, who knew that you can add peanut butter to your hot chocolate and have it taste this good? (Ok…maybe my fellow peanut butter lovers knew this!) Anyways, y’all…this is a game-changer in the world of creamy and delicious drinks!
Plus, it’s super easy to make a big batch in your slow cooker, making it perfect for warming up after playing in the snow or enjoying while watching a holiday movie together! It’s sure to become your new favorite and kids will LOVE it!
Related: Be sure to try our easy Andes Mint Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate too!
Ingredients
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- milk
- heavy whipping cream
- sweetened condensed milk
- creamy peanut butter
- milk chocolate chips (you can also use semi-sweet chocolate chips)
- vanilla extract, optional
Optional Garnishes:
- Reese’s Pieces or cups
- Melted peanut butter drizzle
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate sauce
- Mini marshmallows
Kitchen Supplies Used:
How Long Does it Take to Make Hot Cocoa in a Crockpot?
The overall cook time is about an hour and a half, so you’ll want to plan ahead when making this recipe.
But the awesome part is that once you make the hot chocolate, it can stay warm in the slow cooker pretty much all day! You don’t need to worry about making a new batch or heating it back up if it gets cold.
You’ll always have hot cocoa ready and waiting when you need to warm up!
How to Make Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate in the Slow Cooker
A free printable copy of the full recipe is below the prep tips.
Add 4 cups milk, the heavy cream, and sweetened condensed milk to your crockpot and give it a good stir. Turn the slow cooker on to the high setting.
Add a generous cup peanut butter and the milk chocolate chips; whisk until everything is melted and smooth.
Put the lid on the crockpot and switch to low heat. Stir every half hour.
When ready to serve, add the vanilla and whisk everything until well mixed again. (Some separation is normal while cooking, so you want to make sure that everything is incorporated before serving).
Note: The vanilla is optional, but I find that a teaspoon vanilla extract really brings out the peanut butter flavor!
Use a ladle to scoop into mugs and garnish with whipped cream and peanut butter cups, or anything else that strikes your fancy!
Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Can You Keep Hot Chocolate in the Slow Cooker?
The best part about making hot chocolate in the slow cooker is that it stays ready and warm for hours! Simply switch the slow cooker from “low” to “warm” once the cocoa is done cooking.
The hot chocolate can stay in the slow cooker on the keep warm setting for 5 hours, or until it’s gone.
How to Store Leftovers
Any leftover hot chocolate can be kept in the refrigerator and reheated later. Pour into a sealed storage container and keep in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
To reheat, pour the cocoa into saucepan on the stove or back into the slow cooker on low (switch to “keep warm” setting once the chocolate is heated throughout). I don’t recommend reheating more than once.
Can You Make this Recipe on the Stovetop?
Ok, so you found this recipe. You LOVE peanut butter and really want to try it.
But you don’t have a slow cooker!
Don’t worry, all is not lost! You can still make this recipe on the stove top…so grab a large saucepan!
Here’s how:
- Combine both milks and heavy cream in your saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the peanut butter and chocolate chips and stir frequently until smooth.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the hot chocolate will cook faster this way, it does not stay warm like it does in the slow cooker, so that is the trade-off. But it still tastes fab!
More Fun Hot Chocolate Recipes To Try:
- Valentine’s Day Pink Hot Chocolate
- Spiked Hot Chocolate
- Peppermint Hot Chocolate Bombs
- Grinch Hot Chocolate Bombs
- Classic Hot Chocolate Bombs
- Oreo White Hot Chocolate
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Slow Cooker Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate
Equipment
- Slow cooker
Ingredients
- 4 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
Optional Garnishes
- Reese’s Pieces or cups
- Melted peanut butter drizzle
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate drizzle
- Mini Marshmallows
Instructions
- Add milk, heavy cream and sweetened condensed milk in your crockpot and stir to combine.
- Turn to high heat and stir in the peanut butter and milk chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
- Cover the crockpot and switch to low. Cook for 1.5 hours, stirring every half hour.
- Add vanilla and whisk well before serving.
- Switch crockpot to the "warm" setting.
Nutrition
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