Frozen Hot Chocolate
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Frozen Hot Chocolate
Description
This Frozen Hot Chocolate begins by melting high-quality semi-sweet chocolate, combined with sugar and cocoa powder for a concentrated chocolate base. Stirring in milk creates a smooth mixture that is then blended with ice cubes to chill and thicken the drink. The blending process ensures a velvety texture without graininess, delivering cold refreshment with rich chocolate flavor.
The recipe’s balance relies on good-quality chocolate to provide deep flavor, while the sweetener and cocoa powder adjust sweetness and intensity. The optional whipped cream adds a creamy, light topping complementing the chilled chocolate drink. Served immediately, this beverage offers a luscious alternative to warm hot chocolate on warmer days.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate high quality
- 2 1/2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 Tablespoon cocoa powder unsweetened
- pinch salt
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 - 2 cups ice cubes
- Whipped Cream for topping, optional
Instructions
- Melt chocolate: Chop the chocolate into small pieces and melt in themicrowave on half power, stirring every 20 seconds, until melted.
- Stir in sugar, coco powder, and salt. Slowly stir in ½ cup milk, stirring until smooth.
- Blend: Add mixture to blender with remaining 1 cup milk and 1 cup of ice. Blend well until smooth. Add more ice if you want it thicker.
- Serve immediately, topped with whipped cream.
Notes
- Use high-quality baking chocolate such as Baker's or Ghirardelli for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of ice to achieve your preferred thickness and chill level.
- Serve immediately after blending to maintain the best texture and coldness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 251 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 251kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 41mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 317mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 22g | 44% |
| Vitamin A | 162IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 134mg | 13% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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