Slow Cooker Hot White Russians
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Updated Nov 21, 2024
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Create a beloved cold drink “hot” in the slow cooker for a cozy fall or winter indulgence. These Slow Cooker Hot White Russians are delightful to sip and a pleasure to serve to guests.
Other cozy drinks we make in the crockpot are slow cooker pumpkin spice lattes and slow cooker hot chocolate.
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What is a white Russian cocktail?
The name “White Russian” might be misleading, as the cocktail did not originate in Russia. The drink evolved from the “Black Russian,” a cocktail first crafted by a bartender in Brussels, which combined vodka and coffee liqueur. The addition of cream later transformed it into the “White Russian” we know today.
This “Hot White Russian” recipe offers an enhanced experience with the addition of coffee alongside the traditional ingredients of half & half, Kahlúa, and vodka, which all together make for a great drink to sip on. Another similar recipe we love to make is Slow Cooker Hot Buttered Rum Coffee!
Recipe Ingredients
- Coffee – Freshly brewed coffee – Don’t use stale coffee that was brewed earlier in the day.
- Vodka – A staple in White Russians.
- Kahlua – This is a sweet coffee liqueur.
- Half & Half – Add creaminess to the drink.
- Cinnamon – We use this as a garnish, adding a holiday flavor to the hot White Russians.
- Whipped Cream – This is used to top coffee drinks.
- {The full recipe is in the recipe card below the photos}
Variations
- Vanilla or whipped cream vodka can be used instead of plain.
- If you have flavored Kahlua, such as salted caramel or vanilla, that works great.
- Heavy cream is great instead of half and half for a very creamy drink.
Step-by-Step Directions
- Add the coffee, half and half, vodka, and Kahlua to the slow cooker. Stir
- Cook on LOW or until warmed through.
- Serve and enjoy!
How to serve:
- Set the slow cooker to warm once the Hot White Russians mixture has warmed up.
- Add a generous topping of whipped cream
- For garnish, add a sprinkle of cinnamon or cocoa powder.
How to Store:
- These are best served on the same day if possible.
- This doesn’t freeze well but can be refrigerated and even served cold later.
More Slow Cooker Drinks
- Warm Christmas Punch
- Slow Cooker Nutella Hot Chocolate
- Slow Cooker Wassail
- Slow Cooker Mulled Wine
- Slow Cooker Boozy Hot Chocolate
- Slow Cooker Grinch Hot Chocolate
- Slow Cooker Mexican Hot Chocolate
Slow Cooker Hot White Russians
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ Cups Coffee, Fresh Brewed
- 1 ½ Cups Half and Half
- ¾ Cup Vodka
- ¾ Cup Kahlua
- Optional Toppings: Whipped Cream, Cinnamon or Cocoa
Instructions
- Pour all ingredients into the crockpot. Stir to combine.
- Warm on Low for 2 hours or until warmed through.
- Serve by topping with whipped cream and sprinkling with cinnamon or cocoa.
Sarah’s Notes
- I used Tito’s vodka but your favorite brand will work as well as long as it does not have too much bite.
- Flavored vodkas, such as cinnamon or vanilla, would be a great way to mix this drink up a bit.
- You can also use milk or heavy cream instead of half and half for this drink depending on the richness you desire.
- These are best enjoyed right away.
Nutrition
Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.
What’s the point of even making this if you are going to cook all the alcohol out of it?
The slow cooker doesn’t get hot enough in this amount of time to cook out the alcohol.