Frozen Hot Chocolate
Indulge in the ultimate frosty treat with this decadent Frozen Hot Chocolate recipe! This luxurious drink combines the rich, velvety flavors of semisweet chocolate, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a touch of vanilla, blended to perfection with creamy whole milk and plenty of ice for a dreamy, milkshake-like consistency. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make dessert is perfect for cooling off on warm days while still satisfying your chocolate cravings. Topped with a generous swirl of whipped cream and optionally garnished with chocolate shavings, each sip offers a delightful balance of sweetness and refreshment. Perfect for sharing, this recipe serves two and is a fun twist on the classic hot beverage that everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups ice cubes
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 2 tablespoons chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the semisweet chocolate chips, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup of the whole milk. Stir continuously until the chocolate chips are melted and the mixture is smooth. This will take about 2–3 minutes.
2. Remove the chocolate mixture from the heat and let it cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
3. In a blender, combine the cooled chocolate mixture, the remaining 1 1/2 cups of whole milk, vanilla extract, and ice cubes.
4. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and resembles a thick and creamy milkshake.
5. Pour the frozen hot chocolate into two glasses. Top each glass with whipped cream and, if desired, sprinkle with chocolate shavings for garnish.
6. Serve immediately with a straw and a spoon to enjoy the frosty, chocolaty goodness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.0 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.0 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 101 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 197 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.7 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 183.5 g | ||
| Protein | 36.6 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 808 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1833 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
