Best Frozen Hot Chocolate Recipe
This frozen hot chocolate recipe delivers rich, creamy chocolate flavor in a cold, milkshake-style drink that’s perfect for warm weather. Made with real cocoa, milk, cream, and ice, it captures the cozy taste of classic hot chocolate in a refreshing frozen form that’s smooth, indulgent, and easy to make at home.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Total Time5 minutes mins
Course: Dessert, Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: best frozen hot chocolate, chocolate slushie drink, cold hot chocolate recipe, frozen chocolate drink, frozen hot chocolate recipe, homemade frozen hot chocolate, summer chocolate drink
Servings: 1
Author: Ella
Blender
Measuring cups
Measuring spoons
Tall glass
Spoon
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp chocolate syrup or melted dark chocolate
- 2–3 tbsp granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups ice
Add milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, chocolate syrup, sugar, and vanilla extract to a blender.
Blend for 20–30 seconds until fully smooth and combined.
Add ice to the blender.
Blend again until thick, creamy, and slushy with no ice chunks remaining.
Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
Pour into a glass, top with whipped cream and desired toppings, and serve immediately.
- Use quality cocoa powder for best flavor
- Blend thoroughly to avoid ice chunks
- Adjust ice for thicker or smoother texture
- Whole milk and cream create the creamiest result
- Best enjoyed immediately after blending
- Can be customized with mint, espresso, or spices