Crockpot Hot Chocolate – Copycat Starbucks Hot Chocolate Recipe

Starbucks is known for its delicious and indulgent signature hot chocolate, but did you know that you can make a copycat version at home? With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a rich and creamy hot chocolate that rivals the taste of the famous Starbucks version.

Also, check out my list below for 10 Starbucks drinks copycat recipes that you can easily make at home!

Copycat Starbucks Hot Chocolate Recipe

Crockpot Hot Chocolate Version

I figured out an easy way to warm up after the snow. I make crockpot hot chocolate.

There are two things I love during the winter they are Starbucks hot chocolate and my slow cooker I decided to combine the two. This is a recipe for “Starbucks like” hot cocoa or Starbucks Hot Chocolate. It is sweet and savory. It is the perfect answer to a long day outside and something my kids have grown to request after a play outside in the cold.

Ingredients for Crockpot Hot Chocolate

Serving size for 8 cups

• 2 cup of water
• 8 Tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa (chocolate syrup will do if you are stuck inside and do not have this)
• 8 Tablespoons of sugar
• 6 cups if milk
• 1 tablespoon of vanilla
• whip cream as a topping you can never have to much whip cream ( I am snowed in and didn’t have whip cream. Whip cream doesn’t last long in my house.)
• Pour into a mason jar

You will combine all of the ingredients in your crockpot. Then you will turn it on low for an hour and it will be ready for when you come in from the snow. If you are going to be longer put it on warm. This is a great way to have a hot beverage ready when you are done playing outside.

Fill your jar, mug, glass or cup! This is so amazing!

OH SO YUMMY!

I used chocolate syrup in the making of the image. I had to be  dramatic.. because that is what you do for photographs.

Here’s the Stove-top Version of Copycat Starbucks Hot Chocolate Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Whipped cream or marshmallows for topping (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the milk and heavy cream and heat over medium heat until steaming. Make sure do not let the mixture boil, as this can scorch the milk and ruin the flavor.
2. Once the milk and cream are steaming, add the chocolate chips to the saucepan and stir constantly until the chocolate has melted and is fully incorporated into the mixture.
3. Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract to the saucepan and continue stirring until the sugar has dissolved.
4. Continue to heat the mixture until it reaches your desired temperature, then remove it from the heat.
5. Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and garnish with whipped cream or marshmallows, if desired.

This recipe makes enough hot chocolate for two servings, so you can share with a loved one or enjoy a second cup yourself. You can also double or triple the recipe if you want to make more.

One of the great things about this copycat recipe is that it’s highly customizable.

If you prefer a sweeter hot chocolate, you can increase the amount of sugar you add.

If you like a stronger chocolate flavor, you can use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet. You can even experiment with different toppings, such as chocolate shavings, cinnamon, or caramel sauce.

Making a copycat version of Starbucks hot chocolate is easy and delicious. With just a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy a rich and creamy hot chocolate that rivals the taste of the famous Starbucks version. So why not skip the line at your local coffee shop and enjoy a cozy cup of homemade hot chocolate today?

Here Are More Starbucks Drink Recipes that You Should Try!

If you are craving for more Starbucks drinks, I have compiled a list of some of my favorite homemade Starbucks drinks copycat recipes that you can make right in your own kitchen, so you don’t have to spend a fortune buying in the store.  

10 Easy Starbucks Drink Copycat Recipes

1. Starbucks Classic Caramel Macchiato Copycat Recipe
2. Refreshing Iced Passion Tea Lemonade Copycat Recipe
3. Creamy Iced Chai Tea Latte Copycat Recipe
4. Cozy Peppermint Mocha Copycat Recipe
5. Starbucks Iced Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso Copycat Recipe
6. Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew Copycat Recipe
7. Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino Copycat Recipe
8. Starbucks Matcha Crème Frappuccino Copycat Recipe
9. Starbucks Caramel Macchiato Copycat Recipe
10. Copycat Starbucks Mocha Frappuccino Recipe

Starbucks Classic Caramel Macchiato Copycat Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of brewed coffee or 1 shot of espresso
• 1 cup of milk (any kind)
• 2 tablespoons of vanilla syrup
• 2 tablespoons of caramel sauce
• Whipped cream (optional)

Instructions:

1. Steam or heat the milk in a small saucepan or microwave.
2. In a tall glass, add the vanilla syrup, brewed coffee or espresso, and steamed milk. Stir gently.
3. Top with whipped cream if desired, and drizzle caramel sauce on top.
4. Enjoy your homemade caramel macchiato!

Refreshing Iced Passion Tea Lemonade Copycat Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of boiling water
• 2 Tazo Passion Tea bags
• 1/2 cup of lemonade
• 2 tablespoons of simple syrup
• Ice

Instructions:

1. Steep the tea bags in boiling water for 5 minutes, then remove the bags and let the tea cool.
2. In a tall glass, combine the cooled passion tea, lemonade, and simple syrup. Stir well.
3. Add ice, give it another quick stir, and enjoy your refreshing iced passion tea lemonade!

Creamy Iced Chai Tea Latte Copycat Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of strongly brewed chai tea, cooled
• 1 cup of milk (any kind)
• 2 tablespoons of sweetener (honey, sugar, or agave)
• Ice

Instructions:

1. Brew your chai tea, and let it cool.
2. In a tall glass, combine the chai tea, milk, and sweetener. Stir well.
3. Add ice, give it another quick stir, and enjoy your creamy iced chai tea latte!

Cozy Peppermint Mocha Copycat Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of brewed coffee or 1 shot of espresso
• 1 cup of milk (any kind)
• 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons of sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract
• Whipped cream (optional)
• Crushed peppermint candies (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan, heat the milk, cocoa powder, and sugar over medium heat, stirring frequently until smooth and heated through.
2. Remove from heat and add the peppermint extract.
3. Pour the brewed coffee or espresso into a mug, and add the peppermint-chocolate milk mixture.
4. Top with whipped cream and crushed peppermint candies if desired, and enjoy your cozy peppermint mocha!

Starbucks Iced Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso Copycat Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 shot of espresso (or 1/2 cup of strongly brewed coffee)
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/2 cup oat milk
• 1/2 cup ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Brew a shot of espresso (or 1/2 cup of strongly brewed coffee) and let it cool for a few minutes. You can use a stovetop espresso maker or a traditional espresso machine.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the brown sugar, oat milk, and ice cubes.
3. Add the cooled espresso to the shaker and close the lid tightly.
4. Shake the shaker vigorously for about 15-20 seconds, or until the mixture is well combined and frothy.
5. Fill a glass with ice cubes and strain the espresso mixture into the glass.
6. Enjoy your homemade Starbucks Iced Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso! You can add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg on top for extra flavor if you’d like.

Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew Copycat Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cold brew coffee
• 1/4 cup milk or cream
• 1 tbsp pumpkin puree
• 1 tbsp vanilla syrup
• 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• Ice cubes

For the pumpkin cream:

• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tbsp pumpkin puree
• 1 tbsp vanilla syrup
• 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice

Instructions:

1. To make the pumpkin cream, combine the heavy cream, pumpkin puree, vanilla syrup, and pumpkin pie spice in a mixing bowl. Use a hand mixer or whisk to beat the mixture until it becomes light and fluffy. Set aside.
2. In a separate mixing bowl, combine the cold brew coffee, milk or cream, pumpkin puree, vanilla syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and maple syrup. Stir well until all the ingredients are well combined.
3. Fill a glass with ice cubes.
4. Pour the coffee mixture over the ice.
5. Spoon the pumpkin cream over the coffee.
6. Sprinkle some pumpkin pie spice on top of the pumpkin cream.
7. Serve and enjoy your homemade Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew!

Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino Copycat Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tbsp caramel sauce
• 1 tbsp sugar
• Whipped cream (optional)

Instructions:

1. Brew a strong cup of coffee and let it cool for a few minutes.
2. In a blender, combine the ice cubes, cooled coffee, milk, caramel sauce, and sugar.
3. Blend the mixture on high speed until it becomes smooth and creamy. You may need to stop the blender and scrape down the sides with a spatula to ensure everything is blended evenly.
4. Pour the frappuccino into a glass and top it with whipped cream, if desired.
5. Drizzle additional caramel sauce on top of the whipped cream.
6. Enjoy your homemade Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino!

Starbucks Matcha Crème Frappuccino Copycat Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream
• 1 tbsp matcha powder
• 1 tbsp honey or sugar
• Whipped cream (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine the ice cubes, milk, vanilla ice cream, matcha powder, and honey/sugar.
2. Blend the mixture on high speed until it becomes smooth and creamy. You may need to stop the blender and scrape down the sides with a spatula to ensure everything is blended evenly.
3. Pour the frappuccino into a glass and top it with whipped cream, if desired.
4. Sprinkle additional matcha powder on top of the whipped cream.
5. Enjoy your homemade Starbucks Matcha Crème Frappuccino!

Optional: To make it a Matcha Green Tea Frappuccino, you can add 1 shot of espresso or 1/2 cup of strongly brewed coffee to the mixture.

Also, try our Starbucks Caramel Macchiato Copycat Recipe

Copycat Starbucks Mocha Frappuccino Recipe

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