Hot Chocolate Malted

This is the BEST hot chocolate I've ever had! Using milk definitely makes it creamier. It sure comes in handy working at the race track on some of those cold nights. Adding a little cinnamon doesn't hurt either.

• Ready In: 3 hrs 10 mins
• Serves: 8-10

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups  hot cocoa mix (can use no sugar added mix)
• 1⁄2 cup  chocolate  instant malted milk powder
• 6  caramels, unwrapped
• 1  teaspoon vanilla
• 8  cups water or 8  cups milk
•  whipped topping (optional)
•  mini marshmallows (optional)

Directions

1. Mix all ingredients, except the last two optional ones, in a slow cooker.
2. Heat on high for 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
3. Taste before serving. Depending on cocoa mix you might need to add more liquid. (Be sure to heat any additional liquid in the microwave before adding.).
4. Ladle into cups & top with whipped cream/marshmallows if you wish.