Frozen Hot Chocolate
Frozen Hot Chocolate is a quick and refreshing drink made by blending ice, chocolate milk, and hot cocoa mix. It turns out smooth and icy—like a lighter version of a milkshake.
Frozen Hot Chocolate is the perfect summertime drink! You can dress it up with whipped cream and chocolate toppings, or keep it simple. It’s easy to make, is great for kids and adults, and is a good way to cool off or switch up your usual chocolate fix.
Ingredients
- Ice
- Chocolate milk
- Hot chocolate mix – You can use bulk powder, or 4 packets of Swiss Miss or a comparable brand.
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings – Or sprinkles.
How To Make Frozen Hot Chocolate
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Put the ice, chocolate milk, and hot cocoa mix into a high-speed blender.
Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and icy; about a minute. If the blades get stuck, use a blender tamper to help things along without pausing the blender.
Pour the mixture into glasses. Mason jars work well since they’re easy to fill and sturdy.
Add whipped cream and chocolate shavings or sprinkles on top if you like. A handheld milk frother is great for quick homemade whipped cream without much cleanup.
Serve right away while it’s still cold and slushy.
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- Use whole chocolate milk for a richer result, though any kind works.
- If blending is slow, add a bit more milk to help.
- For deeper chocolate flavor, try using dark cocoa mix or add a spoon of unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup inside the glass for extra flair.
Make It A Meal
Pair with waffles or French toast for brunch, or serve as a light dessert after a summer meal.
Storage
Best enjoyed fresh. If you have leftovers, freeze in a sealed container. Let it sit at room temp for 10–15 minutes, then blend again. You can also freeze in popsicle molds for a fun frozen snack.
Frozen Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 4 cups ice
- 2 cups chocolate milk
- 1 cup hot chocolate mix powdered or 4 packets of Swiss Miss
- whipped cream optional
- chocolate shavings or sprinkles , optional
Instructions
- Add the ice, chocolate milk, and hot chocolate mix to a blender.
- Blend on high for about 60 seconds until the mixture is smooth and slushy.
- Pour into four glasses.
- Add whipped cream and sprinkle with chocolate shavings or sprinkles if desired.
- Serve right away while it’s cold and icy.
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- Use whole chocolate milk for a richer result, though any kind works.
- If blending is slow, add a bit more milk to help.
- For deeper chocolate flavor, try using dark cocoa mix or add a spoon of unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup inside the glass for extra flair.
Nutrition
A Note on Nutritional Information
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