By Becky Hardin
Published Sep 4, 2022
Frozen Caramel Hot Chocolate is the perfect dessert drink! Blend hot chocolate with ice, add some toppings, and you’ve got the most delicious, decadent drink. Frozen hot chocolate is icy, rich, and so chocolatey!
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Easy Frozen Hot Chocolate
This frozen caramel hot chocolate is so delicious, so decadent, and so EASY to make. It’s a fun date night dessert, but just as fun for the whole family. Trust me, the kids will love this chocolate-y treat!
Do you ever find yourself craving hot chocolate when it’s still pretty hot outside? Or you just want something a little…icier? Well that’s the perfect time to make this frozen hot chocolate recipe! You get the rich chocolatey flavor, and a comforting drink, but it’s also cool, creamy, and icy. It’s indulgent AND refreshing!
Caramel and chocolate is the perfect combination. Don’t forget to top it off with some whipped cream an extra candies or chocolate!
Why You’ll Love this Frozen Caramel Hot Chocolate Recipe:
- DRINKABLE DESSERT: An indulgent dessert and a icy drink in one? This frozen hot chocolate is the best of both worlds!
- EASY: All you need is 3 basic ingredients (and some optional extras) plus 3 simple steps to make this delicious dessert drink.
- VERSATILE: There are lots of ways to make this drink just how you like it. From the flavor, to the type of hot chocolate, to the toppings, you can really make it your own!
What is frozen hot chocolate?
This drink is simply hot chocolate that’s been blended with ice. So think of your favorite blended drinks, and you can expect a similar consistency. It’s a bit thicker and creamier than your typical chocolate milk, but not as thick as a milkshake. It tastes like hot chocolate, of course, but it’s cool and icy instead of hot!
How to Make Frozen Hot Chocolate
Be sure to see the recipe card below for full ingredients & instructions!
- Place hot chocolate and ice in the blender.
- Blend until fully combined, to your desired consistency. Add more ice to make a thicker drink.
- Pour into cups and top with Cool Whip, caramel sauce, and optional toppings.
Trademark note: In the spirit of transparency, please note that some of these ingredients are trademarked products. Rollos, Cool Whip, Silk, Fannie May, Starbucks, Land o Lakes, and Ghirardelli Chocolates are proprietary brands that I want to acknowledge and give credit to.
You can make it ahead of time and keep it in the fridge until you’re ready to use it. Or you can pop it in the freezer for a few minutes to speed up the process.
For this frozen caramel hot chocolate, I like to add some whipped cream or Cool Whip, some Rollos, and extra caramel sauce . You could also add chocolate syrup, chocolate sprinkles, chocolate chips, or top it off with a cherry!
1 cup of ice per cup of hot chocolate is a good place to start. More ice will create a thicker consistency.
Yes! Blend in a bit of Bailey’s or rum (or whatever you prefer) for a boozy (adults-only) frozen drink.
I just love how rich, chocolatey, and tasty this frozen hot chocolate is. It’s always a hit after dinner, and it’s perfect any time of year. It’s the perfect drink to serve on Christmas .
Tips!
- Blend up the frozen hot chocolate to your desired consistency. Make it icy or make it smooth and creamy.
- If you are using a lower-powered blender, you might want to use crushed ice to get that smooth consistency.
- This recipe is highly adaptable to many different flavors and brands of chocolate milk. The results will be a little different (flavor/texture/sweetness/etc) depending on what you use.
Can I make other flavors of frozen hot chocolate?
Yes, absolutely! This frozen caramel hot chocolate is one our favorites at my house, but it’s so easy to make other flavors. Just skip the caramel sauce, and you’ll have a base recipe to start with (which already tastes great!). Then try adding whatever you like: peppermint, hazelnut, pumpkin, and more.
What kind of hot chocolate should I use for this recipe?
The great thing about this frozen hot chocolate recipe is that you can use any kind of hot chocolate you like. You can melt your own drinking chocolate, or use your favorite powdered mix. You can use mixes that are already flavored too, or use a dark chocolate or white chocolate if yo prefer.
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- Chocolate Banana Malt Milkshake
- Snickers Ice Cream Cake
- Mint Chocolate Ice Cream Pie
- Frozen French Silk Pie Cocktail
This frozen caramel hot chocolate will surely be a favorite for the whole family. It’s just so easy to make, but it tastes like a gourmet treat!
More Hot Chocolate Recipes We Love
- Crockpot Hot Chocolate
- Slow Cooker Peppermint Hot Chocolate
- Homemade Malted Hot Chocolate Mix
- Slow Cooker Pumpkin Hot Chocolate
- White Hot Chocolate
- Hot Cocoa Bombs
If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 2 cups ice
- ▢ 2 cups hot chocolate (cooled)
- ▢ 1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping
- ▢ 1 cup Cool Whip non-fat works fine
- ▢ 1/4 cup Rolos halved, optional
- ▢ 1/4 cup caramel chips optional
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Instructions
- Add ice cubes and cooled hot chocolate to a blender. Process until well-combined, adding more ice to create a thicker drink. Place all in the blender together and blend until well combined. 2 cups ice, 2 cups hot chocolate (cooled)
- Pour into 2 cups or one extra-large mug.
- Top with Cool Whip, Caramel Sauce, and optional toppings for an extra special treat. 1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping, 1 cup Cool Whip, 1/4 cup Rolos, 1/4 cup caramel chips
- Serve with two straws or spoons. Enjoy!
Becky’s Tips
- If you are using a lower-powered blender, you might want to use crushed ice, if possible, to get that smooth consistency.
- This recipe is highly adaptable to many different flavors and brands of chocolate milk. The results will be a little different (flavor/texture/sweetness/etc)
- Garnish with caramel chips and chocolate chunks.
- Serve with a straw and a spoon!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Frozen Caramel Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 2 cups ice
- 2 cups hot chocolate (cooled)
- 1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping
- 1 cup Cool Whip non-fat works fine
- 1/4 cup Rolos halved, optional
- 1/4 cup caramel chips optional
Instructions
- Add ice cubes and cooled hot chocolate to a blender. Process until well-combined, adding more ice to create a thicker drink. Place all in the blender together and blend until well combined. 2 cups ice, 2 cups hot chocolate (cooled)
- Pour into 2 cups or one extra-large mug.
- Top with Cool Whip, Caramel Sauce, and optional toppings for an extra special treat. 1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping, 1 cup Cool Whip, 1/4 cup Rolos, 1/4 cup caramel chips
- Serve with two straws or spoons. Enjoy!
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Notes
- If you are using a lower-powered blender, you might want to use crushed ice, if possible, to get that smooth consistency.
- This recipe is highly adaptable to many different flavors and brands of chocolate milk. The results will be a little different (flavor/texture/sweetness/etc)
- Garnish with caramel chips and chocolate chunks.
- Serve with a straw and a spoon!
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
