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The Easiest 3-Ingredient Creamy Frozen Hot Chocolate

A tall glass filled with rich, blended frozen hot chocolate topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

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Make this incredibly simple and creamy frozen hot chocolate in under five minutes. It is the perfect cold chocolate drink for summer or a quick, decadent treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup milk (whole milk works best for creaminess)
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1 packet hot cocoa mix (about 1.25 oz)
  • Optional Topping: Whipped cream and chocolate curls

Instructions

  1. Place the milk, ice cubes, and hot cocoa mix into your blender.
  2. Secure the lid and blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and thick, resembling a milkshake. This usually takes about 30 to 60 seconds.
  3. Taste the mixture. If you want it sweeter or more chocolatey, add a small amount of extra cocoa mix or a teaspoon of chocolate syrup and blend again briefly.
  4. Pour the creamy frozen hot chocolate into a tall glass.
  5. Top generously with whipped cream and chocolate curls or shavings before serving immediately.

Notes

  • For an even richer, copycat Panera style frozen hot chocolate, substitute half the milk with half-and-half or use a tablespoon of chocolate fudge sauce in the blender.
  • If you want a thicker frozen chocolate shake, reduce the amount of milk slightly or add 2-3 extra ice cubes.
  • This recipe is kid friendly and makes one generous serving or two smaller servings.

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