Skinny Frozen Hot Chocolate – a dreamy, icy chocolate treat with much less guilt than the classic version. This recipe is a guest post by Brandi from BranAppetit. Welcome her and enjoy this lighter take on a winter favorite.
Skinny Frozen Hot Chocolate
If you enjoy rich chocolate desserts and drinks but prefer lower-calorie options, try other favorites like Cheesecake Brownies, Pumpkin Spiced Latte, and Flourless Chocolate Cake for more inspiration. Each is a great balance of flavor and reasonable portions.
Hi everyone — I’m Brandi from BranAppetit, and I’m excited to share this simple, refreshing recipe for Skinny Frozen Hot Chocolate. During the holidays and colder months, it’s easy to reach for high-calorie drinks and desserts. That said, you don’t have to give up indulgence to keep calories in check. This frozen hot chocolate captures the deep, chocolatey taste you love while using lighter ingredients and simple swaps to make it more figure-friendly.
This version trims calories by using fat-free milk and relying on unsweetened cocoa for an extra boost of chocolate intensity without added fat. I like to add a tiny drop of peppermint or coconut extract for a seasonal twist, but the drink is equally delicious without any extract. Because it’s blended and served icy, it’s a satisfying way to enjoy hot-chocolate flavors even when the days are mild.
Recipe Overview
Skinny Frozen Hot Chocolate — a thick, icy chocolate drink that feels indulgent but stays light. Prep and total time are about 10 minutes, making this an ideal quick treat or dessert drink.
Rating: 5 from 1 vote
- Yield: 2 servings
- Prep time: 10 mins
- Total time: 10 mins
- Course: Dessert, Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 111 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Fat: 1 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 3 mg
- Sodium: 166 mg
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups fat-free milk
- 1 cup ice
- 4 tbsp Ovaltine Rich Chocolate (or Chocolate Malt flavor)
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp fat-free whipped topping (optional; can be used on top)
- 1 drop peppermint extract (optional)
Instructions
- Pour the fat-free milk and ice into a high-speed blender.
- Add the Ovaltine and unsweetened cocoa powder. If you prefer a creamier base, add the fat-free whipped topping directly into the blend; otherwise reserve it to spoon on top when serving.
- If using, add a single drop of peppermint or coconut extract to the blender for a subtle flavor twist. A little goes a long way — start with one drop and adjust to taste.
- Blend on high for 3–4 minutes, or until the ice is fully crushed and the mixture is thick and frosty.
- Pour into two glasses and serve immediately. Top with a dollop of fat-free whipped topping if desired.
Notes and Tips
- For an even richer chocolate taste without extra fat, use Dutch-processed or darker unsweetened cocoa powder in place of regular cocoa.
- To make this vegan, substitute unsweetened almond or oat milk and use a plant-based chocolate malt powder if available.
- If you like your frozen drinks thicker, add a few more ice cubes and blend a bit longer. For a thinner consistency, increase the milk slightly.
- Flavor variations: try a touch of vanilla extract, a pinch of cinnamon, or a teaspoon of instant espresso powder for a mocha twist.
- This recipe scales easily: double or triple the ingredients to serve a crowd and blender capacity permitting.
Last Step
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