This Slow Cooker Malted Hot Chocolate is rich and creamy and heats up in the slow cooker making it pretty much fool-proof! Great to have on hand for the holidays or even just as a special after school treat.
In a 4-quart slow cooker, mix the cocoa and hot water together and stir until smooth. This will prevent the cooa from becoming lumpy.
Add the sugar, salt, malted milk powder, vanilla and milk, and stir to combine.
Heat on high for one hour, then turn down to low or warm while serving.
Top with whipped cream or marshmallows and sprinkles for garnish, if desired.
Notes
One note about this recipe – I only have a 6 quart slow cooker and the recipe called for using a 4 quart. I ended up doubling the recipe for my 6 quart and it was perfect. Once it was cooled I put the leftovers in a pitcher and we were able to heat single servings on demand which my kids thought was pretty awesome. You could also use the recipe as instructed, you would just want to cook for a little less time.