Step 1

Place all the hot chocolate ingredients in the slow cooker and stir to combine. Cover.

Step 2

Set the slow cooker to low for 4-5 hours or high for 3-4 hours. If you have the opportunity, give the hot cocoa a stir every hour or so to encourage even melting.

Step 3

When the cook time is up and the slow cooker has switched to the "keep warm" setting, stir the cocoa one more time to make sure all the chocolate has melted.

Step 4

Serve the hot cocoa with your favorite toppings.

Step 5

If you have any leftovers, transfer to another container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. You can reheat what you'd like on-demand using the microwave or a saucepan set over low heat. Enjoy your creamy, rich, homemade hot cocoa!