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A glass of frozen hot chocolate liquid topped with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and shavings.

Frozen Hot Chocolate

This Frozen Hot Chocolate is everything you love about a rich classic cup of hot cocoa, but in an icy frosty treat - that makes it perfect for summer, or whenever you want a cool twist on a cozy favorite!
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Course: Dessert, Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate, Frozen Hot Chocolate, Frozen Hot Cocoa
Prep Time: 8 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 216kcal

Ingredients

For the Frozen Hot Chocolate:

  • 3 oz chocolate bar (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup hot cocoa mix
  • 3 TBS granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk (divided)
  • 2-3 cups ice cubes

For the Garnish:

  • whipped cream
  • chocolate syrup
  • chocolate shavings

Instructions

For the Frozen Hot Chocolate:

  • Add the chopped chocolate to a small pot and melt over medium low heat, stirring constantly until you can stir it smooth. 3 oz chocolate bar
  • Stir in the hot chocolate mix, and granulated sugar until combined. 1/4 cup hot cocoa mix, 3 TBS granulated sugar
  • Add in 1/2 cup of the milk and stir until combined. Remove from the heat, and let it sit and cool for about 10 minutes. 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • Pour in the rest of the milk to cool the mixture down. If it's still warm, place it in the fridge for about 10-20 minutes to keep chilling.
  • Add the ice and the chocolate milk mixture to a blender and blend at high speed until smooth. (Start with less ice, and add more to thicken if needed) 2-3 cups ice cubes
  • Pour into glasses.

For the Garnish:

  • Top each glass with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and chocolate shavings, and enjoy immediately. whipped cream , chocolate syrup, chocolate shavings,

Notes

  • Want it even creamier: Add 1/2 cup of half and half or a scoop of vanilla ice cream to the blender to make the drink extra creamy.
  • Make it Mocha: Add 1 1/2 TBS of instant coffee powder to the melted chocolate to turn the drink into a Mocha Frappuccino. The perfect afternoon pick me up.
  • High Powered Blender - A high powered blender will give your drink the best smooth texture. With a lower powered blender you'll want to use crushed ice if possible.

Nutrition

Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 111mg | Potassium: 199mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 149IU | Calcium: 131mg | Iron: 1mg