Frozen Hot Chocolate: A Lighter, Creamy Chill Treat

I feel seriously deprived.

I’ve never actually had frozen hot chocolate, so I can’t honestly claim to be an expert.

But I really, really, really want to try it. Does that count?

Can someone please teleport me to New York City so I can taste the famous Serendipity frozen hot chocolate?

And while you’re at it, please take me to buy Christian Louboutin shoes, a stylish purse, and maybe a very generous companion.

Sorry, Mr. How Sweet – I clearly need a little help. It would save us both some money, I promise.

See? I’m full of ideas.

Frozen hot chocolate

Can I just take a moment to gush about how incredible this frozen hot chocolate is?

I promise I’m not usually this over-the-top in person.

(Though ask different family members and you might get different answers.)

It has protein. It has chocolate. It tastes like a little bite of heaven — and it isn’t loaded with hundreds of unnecessary calories.

I’m in love.

Frozen hot chocolate glass

Frozen Hot Chocolate – A Healthier Version

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup skim milk (or milk of your choice)
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt, frozen (freeze 1–2 hours)
  • 2–3 tablespoons organic cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon organic sugar or sweetener of choice
  • 1 tablespoon reduced-fat chocolate syrup
  • 1 scoop protein powder (optional)
  • 1/4 cup crushed ice
  • Whipped cream or whipped topping, for serving

Instructions:

Freeze a cup of Greek yogurt for at least 1–2 hours. When the yogurt is firm, add all ingredients except the whipped cream to a blender. Blend on high for 1–2 minutes, or until smooth and well combined. Pour into a glass and top with whipped cream if desired.

Frozen hot chocolate topped with whipped cream

I’ll be right back — I need to go water my money tree in the backyard.