Fred T's Frozen Hot Chocolate Recipe

Name: Fred T's Frozen Hot Chocolate
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tsp. sweetened cocoa powder; 1 1/2 tsp. Dutch-processed cocoa powder; 1 1/2 Tbs. sugar; 1 Tbs. salted butter, at room temperature; 1 1/2 cups whole milk; 2 oz. bittersweet chocolate, chopped; 2 oz. semisweet chocolate, chopped; 2 oz. milk chocolate, chopped; 4 cups crushed ice; sweetened whipped cream for garnish; grated chocolate of your choice for garnish

Servings: persons

1 1/2 tsp. sweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 tsp. Dutch-processed cocoa powder
1 1/2 Tbs. sugar
1 Tbs. salted butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups whole milk
2 oz. bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2 oz. semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 oz. milk chocolate, chopped
4 cups crushed ice
sweetened whipped cream for garnish
grated chocolate of your choice for garnish

1
Place a double boiler over medium heat.
2
Add both cocoa powders, the sugar and butter.
3
Whisk until cocoas and sugar have melted and creamed together with the butter.
4
Add a little of the milk.
5
Add chocolates, whisking as they melt.
6
Slowly pour in additional milk, reserving one cup milk for next step.
7
Whisk until mixture is smooth.
8
Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
9
In a blender, make three servings at a time.
10
Add 1/2 cup chocolate base, 1/2 cup milk and about 2 cups crushed ice.
11
Blend until smooth, adding more ice or liquid as needed to reach a perfect texture.
12
Repeat with remaining ingredients or store any unused chocolate base in the refrigerator, covered.
13
Pour frozen hot chocolate into large goblets and top with whipped cream and grated chocolate.
14
Serve immediately with a straw and a long spoon.

620

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 tsp. sweetened cocoa powder, 1 1/2 tsp. Dutch-processed cocoa powder, 1 1/2 Tbs. sugar, 1 Tbs. salted butter, at room temperature, and more.

Yes, Fred T's Frozen Hot Chocolate falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep frozen in an airtight container for up to 1–2 months. Let it soften for a few minutes before serving.

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Fred T's Frozen Hot Chocolate

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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