Description
Warm up your chilly evenings with this delicious Spiked Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate. Combining creamy pumpkin, rich chocolate, and a hint of vodka, this comforting drink offers a cozy autumn twist on classic hot chocolate, perfect for gatherings or a relaxing night in.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream (454 grams)
- 4 cups milk (908 grams)
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk (396 grams, 1 can)
- 1½ cups Stoli Gluten Free Vodka (341 grams, plus more or less to taste)
Flavorings and Mix-ins
- 1 cup pumpkin purée (227 grams, store-bought or homemade, not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice (9 grams)
- 2 cups good quality semisweet chocolate chips (283 grams, 10 oz)
Toppings
- Marshmallows
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the heavy cream, milk, sweetened condensed milk, pumpkin purée, pumpkin pie spice, and vodka to your slow cooker. Use a whisk to mix everything together thoroughly. Then, pour in the semisweet chocolate chips, allowing them to sit atop the mixture.
- Heat Mixture: Set the slow cooker to low heat for about 2 hours. Stir occasionally if possible. Continue cooking until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the mixture is hot and well blended to your preference.
- Serve: Ladle the hot chocolate into mugs and top with marshmallows or whipped cream as desired. Serve immediately for the best comforting experience.
Notes
- The pumpkin purée should be plain pumpkin and not pumpkin pie filling to avoid added sugars and spices interfering with the flavor.
- Adjust the amount of vodka according to your preference for strength and flavor.
- To make it non-alcoholic, simply omit the vodka and perhaps add additional milk or cream.
- Use a high-quality chocolate to ensure a smooth, rich taste.
- Keep stirring occasionally during cooking if your slow cooker tends to separate liquids.
- This recipe serves about 8 generous drinks.