Hot Chocolate - Another Delicious 365 Crockpot Recipe

12 servings (about 6 ounces each)
1/2 cup each: Dutch process cocoa, sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch salt
2 quarts whole milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

1. Combine cocoa, sugar, cinnamon, and salt in crockpot; whisk in enough milk to make a smooth paste. Whisk in remaining milk and vanilla. Cover and cook on high until hot and steaming (do not boil), about 2 hours. Turn heat to low to keep warm for serving.

Variation
Brazilian Mocha—Make recipe above, omitting cinnamon and vanilla and decreasing milk to 5 cups; add 3 cups strong brewed coffee.