Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - Heavy cream, divided in half.
02 - Dark unsweetened cocoa powder.
03 - Fresh whole milk.
04 - Sweetened condensed milk.
05 - High-quality semi-sweet chocolate bar, finely chopped.
06 - Pure vanilla extract.
07 - Optional toppings: marshmallows, whipped cream, chocolate syrup, crushed candy canes.

# Instructions:

01 - Pour half the cream into your slow cooker. Slowly whisk in cocoa powder until you get a smooth mixture without any lumps.
02 - Add remaining cream, milk, condensed milk, chopped chocolate, and vanilla. Stir everything together gently.
03 - Cover and cook on low for 3 hours. Remember to stir every 20 minutes to help chocolate melt evenly.
04 - Once fully mixed, switch to warm setting. Can keep warm up to 3 hours for serving.
05 - If mixture gets too thick, thin with warm milk. Top with your favorite garnishes and serve hot.

# Notes:

01 - Mix cocoa with cream first to avoid lumps.
02 - Regular stirring prevents chocolate from burning.
03 - Can be kept warm for parties.