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Homemade Chocolate Frosty Recipe

Homemade Chocolate Frosty Recipe


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  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Creamy Chocolate Frosty delivers classic Wendy’s nostalgia in a simple homemade dessert that whisks you back to childhood memories. Cool chocolate magic comes together with just a few ingredients, letting home cooks craft this beloved frozen treat with effortless charm.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 1 can (14 ounces/397 grams) sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 cups (480 milliliters) heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) chocolate milk

Flavor and Enhancers:

  • 1/4 cup (30 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Seasoning:

  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  1. Combine chocolate milk, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt in a spacious mixing vessel, whisking thoroughly until achieving a silky, uniform texture.
  2. Incorporate sweetened condensed milk, stirring continuously to ensure complete integration of ingredients.
  3. Utilize a hand mixer or stand mixer to whip heavy cream until soft, billowy peaks emerge, creating a light and airy consistency.
  4. Delicately incorporate whipped cream into chocolate mixture, folding gently to maintain volume and create a smooth, homogeneous blend.
  5. Transfer the velvety mixture into a freezer-safe container, ensuring even distribution.
  6. Freeze for approximately 4 hours at 0°F, interrupting the freezing process every 30-45 minutes to vigorously stir and break up ice crystals, which prevents hard formation and maintains a creamy texture.
  7. Once the dessert reaches a thick, spoonable consistency with a signature frosty-like smoothness, remove from freezer and serve immediately for optimal enjoyment.

Notes

  • Prevent ice crystals by stirring the mixture every 30-60 minutes during freezing, ensuring a smooth, creamy texture similar to the original Frosty.
  • For a lighter version, substitute whole milk for chocolate milk and use low-fat sweetened condensed milk to reduce overall calories.
  • Create dairy-free alternative by replacing heavy cream with coconut cream and using dairy-free chocolate milk for a vegan-friendly dessert.
  • Enhance flavor intensity by adding a pinch of espresso powder or using dark cocoa powder for a richer chocolate experience.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Desserts, Milkshake
  • Method: Freezing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 700
  • Sugar: 100g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 22g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 90g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg