Slow-Cooker Peppermint Hot Chocolate

1. 1

   Whisk together the sugar and cocoa powder in a 6-quart slow cooker.

2. 2

   Turn the cooker to high, and slowly whisk in the milk to prevent lumps from forming.

3. 3

   Add the vanilla and salt, cover and cook for 1 1/2 hours.

4. 4

   The sugar and cocoa powder should be completely dissolved.

5. 5

   Whisk in the chopped chocolate a little at a time until it is all incorporated.

6. 6

   Replace the lid, and cook until thickened, 30 minutes more.

7. 7

   Turn the cooker to warm, and serve with small bowls of the peppermint candies and mini marshmallows and a small pitcher of schnapps, if using.

8. 8

   For minty cocoa, let a few teaspoons of the peppermints melt in an 8-ounce cup or add 2 tablespoons of schnapps.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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