Rather than using a double boiler on the stovetop or risking inconsistent microwave heating, melt your chocolate in the slow cooker.

Whether you make your hot chocolate from cocoa powder, a store-bought mix, or a fancy piece of fancy chocolate, you will—at some point—need to stir it. Most people reach for a spoon, and clever folks ...

Homemade hot chocolate mixes are easy to make and are more rich and creamy than store-bought varieties. Dress them up with homemade marshmallows or stir sticks. Homemade marshmallows can be cut into ...