Frozen Hot Chocolate Recipe

ByGabriel Langdon
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Introduction

Frozen Hot Chocolate is a delightful twist on the classic warm drink, perfect for cooling off on a hot day or treating yourself anytime. This creamy, chocolatey frozen beverage blends rich cocoa with ice and milk for a refreshing, indulgent treat.

Two glass mugs filled with thick, light brown chocolate milkshake sit on a wooden surface with chunks of dark chocolate and mini marshmallows scattered around. Each mug is layered with a foamy chocolate drink at the bottom, topped with a generous swirl of white whipped cream with chocolate syrup drizzled over it, dripping down the sides of the glass. The whipped cream is also sprinkled with small chocolate shavings. Black and white striped paper straws are placed inside each mug. The background is a dark black, making the drink stand out against the white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 3½ cups ice
  • 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 4 packets hot cocoa mix
  • 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Whipped cream (for topping)
  • Extra chocolate syrup (optional, for drizzle)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Chill your glasses by placing them in the freezer while you prepare the drink.
  2. Step 2: In a high-powered blender, combine ice, milk, hot cocoa mix, chocolate syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Step 3: Remove the chilled glasses from the freezer and pour the frozen hot chocolate mixture into them.
  4. Step 4: Top generously with whipped cream and drizzle with extra chocolate syrup if desired.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately with a straw and a spoon.

Tips & Variations

  • Use whole milk or coconut milk for a smoother, creamier texture.
  • If your blender struggles with the ice, pulse in short bursts and stir between to ensure smoothness.
  • Freeze milk into ice cubes before blending to prevent the drink from becoming watery.

Storage

Store any leftover Frozen Hot Chocolate in the freezer for up to 2 hours. If it hardens too much, re-blend with a splash of milk to restore the creamy texture before serving.

How to Serve

A clear glass jar filled almost to the top with a thick, creamy chocolate drink that is light brown in color. The drink has a foamy layer near the rim, topped with a large swirl of white whipped cream. Dark chocolate syrup is drizzled generously over the whipped cream and drips down the inside of the glass in uneven lines. Chocolate shavings are scattered on top of the whipped cream for extra texture. A black and white striped paper straw sticks out from the whipped cream. The jar is set on a wooden surface with pieces of dark chocolate and small white marshmallows around it, with a second similar drink blurred softly in the background and a dark backdrop behind, all on a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use non-dairy milk for this recipe?

Yes, non-dairy milks like almond, soy, or coconut milk work great and can add unique flavors and creaminess.

How can I make the drink less sweet?

Reduce the amount of hot cocoa mix or chocolate syrup to suit your taste, or choose a mix with lower sugar content.

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Frozen Hot Chocolate Recipe

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  • Author: Gabriel
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
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Description

Frozen Hot Chocolate is a deliciously creamy and icy treat perfect for hot days or whenever you crave a rich chocolatey beverage. This easy-to-make drink blends hot cocoa mix, milk, ice, chocolate syrup, and vanilla extract into a smooth, frosty delight topped with whipped cream and extra chocolate drizzle, combining the warmth of hot cocoa with the refreshing chill of a frozen dessert.

Ingredients

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Frozen Hot Chocolate

  • 3½ cups ice
  • 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 4 packets hot cocoa mix
  • 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Topping

  • Whipped cream (for topping)
  • Extra chocolate syrup (optional, for drizzle)

Instructions

  1. Chill Glasses: Place your serving glasses in the freezer to chill them while you prepare the drink. This will keep your Frozen Hot Chocolate cold longer and add a frosty touch to the presentation.
  2. Blend Ingredients: In a high-powered blender, combine the ice, milk, hot cocoa mix, chocolate syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth, thick, and creamy without any ice chunks.
  3. Serve: Remove the chilled glasses from the freezer and carefully pour the frozen hot chocolate mixture into each glass.
  4. Add Toppings: Generously top each glass with whipped cream. If desired, drizzle extra chocolate syrup over the whipped cream for added flavor and visual appeal.
  5. Enjoy: Serve immediately with a straw and a spoon to savor every bit of this decadent, icy chocolate treat.

Notes

  • For a smoother texture and extra creaminess, use whole milk or coconut milk.
  • If your blender has difficulty crushing the ice, pulse in short bursts and stir the mixture between pulses to ensure a smooth consistency.
  • Freezing the milk into ice cubes before blending can help prevent the drink from becoming watery.
  • Store leftover Frozen Hot Chocolate in the freezer for up to 2 hours. Re-blend with a splash of milk if it becomes too hard before serving again.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Frozen Hot Chocolate, iced chocolate drink, chocolate beverage, cold chocolate recipe, frozen drink, hot cocoa frozen

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