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Frozen Hot Chocolate served in a mug topped with whipped cream and chocolate chip.

Frozen Hot Chocolate

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Frozen Hot Chocolate is a creamy, luxurious drink that blends the rich flavors of dark chocolate with milk and ice. This homemade delight is perfect for cooling off on hot summer days or enjoying as a treat any time of the year.
Course Chocolate Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 3 cup
Calories 534
Author Sangeetha Vel

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate
  • 1 cup Half and Half
  • 2 tsp Cocoa Powder
  • 2 tsp White Sugar or honey, maple syrup, adjust as needed
  • Salt a pinch, optional
  • 2 cups Chocolate Milk or regular milk
  • Ice Cubes for blending
  • Whipping Cream for topping
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Instructions

Making Frozen Hot Chocolate

  • Begin by heating a saucepan over medium heat. Add dark chocolate, cocoa powder, sugar, salt, and half-and-half milk.
    Adding dark chocolate to the milk mixture.
  • Stir the mixture constantly until all ingredients are completely dissolved and smooth.
    Whisking the hot chocolate.
  • Once done, remove the hot chocolate from the heat and let it cool down to room temperature.
    Hot Chocolate in a saucepan.
  • Pour the cooled hot chocolate into a blender. Add either chocolate milk or regular milk, along with ice cubes. Adjust the amount of ice cubes based on how chocolaty you want the drink to be—the fewer ice cubes, the more intense the chocolate flavor.
    Adding hot chocolate, milk, ice cubes to the blender.
  • Secure the blender lid and blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
    Blending the hot chocolate in blender.
  • After blending, pour the Frozen Hot Chocolate into a serving glass.
    Pouring the hot chocolate in to the serving glass.
  • Finish by topping it with whipped cream, chocolate curls, or syrup. Your thick, creamy Frozen Hot Chocolate is now ready to enjoy!
    Frozen Hot Chocolate with whipped cream and chocolate chips.

Serving

  • Enjoy this Homemade Frozen Hot Chocolate as a delightful dessert at parties, or enjoy it as a refreshing way to cool down on hot summer days. It's a perfect treat for any occasion!
    Frozen Hot Chocolate in a serving mug.

Notes

Here are some helpful tips to enhance your Frozen Hot Chocolate experience:
  • Milk Options: Chocolate milk is preferred for its flavor, but regular whole milk is a great substitute. If using plain milk, add some chocolate mix powder to keep the chocolate flavor strong.
  • Blend without Ice: For a richer chocolate flavor, instead of using regular ice cubes that can water down the taste, freeze some chocolate milk into ice cubes. Use these for blending to keep the drink rich and creamy without dilution.
  • Blender-Free Tip: If you don’t have a blender, cool the prepared hot chocolate in the refrigerator for about an hour. Then, whisk in cold milk to your liking and serve with whipped cream and chocolate shavings or curls on top. You'll still get a delightful Frozen Hot Chocolate treat.
  • Top with a Twist: Beyond whipped cream and chocolate curls, consider topping your drink with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dash of chili powder for a warming kick.
  • Coffee Touch: Mix in a shot of espresso or a small amount of strong brewed coffee to create a mocha version for those who enjoy the combination of coffee and chocolate.
  • Dietary Variations: Use almond milk, coconut milk, or oat milk for a dairy-free version, which can be just as creamy with a slightly different flavor profile.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 534kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 107mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 48g

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