Frozen Hot Chocolate
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Frozen Hot Chocolate
Description
Frozen Hot Chocolate is a blended beverage made by mixing milk of choice with cocoa powder, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Optional peanut butter adds a smooth creaminess and nutty depth. Ice cubes are pulverized in a high-speed blender, resulting in a cold, slushy consistency without chunks of ice. The blend can be adjusted by increasing the cacao powder for a darker chocolate taste or adding more peanut butter for richness.
Serving it right after blending preserves the creamy texture and icy freshness. For a decorative touch, whipped cream and chocolate shavings can be added on top. The recipe notes that nutrition information applies to half a batch using almond milk and no toppings.
Leftover portions can be refrozen into ice pops for a different frozen dessert experience. This recipe is flexible for various milk types and flavor customizations.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup milk of choice
- 2 tablespoons cacao powder
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter (optional)
- 1 ½ cups ice cubes , or more as needed for texture
Instructions
- In a high speed blender, combine the milk, cacao powder, maple syrup, vanilla, and peanut butter, if using, along with the ice.
- Blend until the ice is totally pulverized, about 60 seconds. There should be no chunks of ice remaining. Taste and adjust any flavoring as needed. You can add more cacoa powder for a darker chocolate flavor, or more peanut butter for extra creaminess and richness.
- Serve right away for the best texture. Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for an extra impressive look.
Notes
- Adjust cacao powder quantity to achieve desired chocolate intensity.
- Optional peanut butter enhances creaminess and flavor but can be omitted.
- Serve immediately after blending for best texture and temperature.
- Leftovers can be frozen into ice pops for a refreshing treat later.
- Nutrition values vary greatly depending on milk choice and toppings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 156 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 156kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 169mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 190mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Calcium | 161mg | 16% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.