How to Make Wendy’s Frosty || Chocolate Shake Recipe

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Are you looking into how to make Wendy’s Frosty at home? Well, look no further, you’ll soon be making the perfect chocolate shakes!

This copycat Wendy’s frosty recipe is so delicious it will leave all wendy’s fans confused about whether you made a copycat frosty recipe or if you’ve secretly snuck out the back door to snag some frosty treats!

In the past, I’ve always just poured chocolate syrup on top of ice cream and milk and called it a day, but seriously, this homemade version of the original frosty is about 5,000 times better than my lame chocolate milkshake attempt!  

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Before we get started, here’s a fun fact: Wendy’s frosty is one of the original, iconic menu items.

It is made to be a cross between soft-serve ice cream and a chocolate shake.

Dave Thomas, the founder of Wendy’s, wanted the frosty to be made to be so thick that you can’t drink it with a straw.

What can you add to a frosty?

This seems like a trick question because I want to add. all. the. things. But, here are some ideas that you can add to a homemade frosty to change things up when you make them next time.

• Brownie bites or these double chocolate brownie cookies
• Sprinkles or chocolate chips
• Crumbled chocolate chip cookies
• Swap out the milk for Kaluha
• Swirl in some caramel sauce
• Lots and lots of whipped cream on top (Don’t want to make homemade whipped cream? Just use whipped topping or cool whip from the store for a quick option!)
• Swap out vanilla ice cream for chocolate ice cream or maybe even another flavor…. chocolate mint?

What ingredients do you need to make a Frosty?

I’ve seen Wendy’s Frosty recipes with as little as 3 ingredients, but I have found that this recipe, while it has more ingredients, creates a thick and creamy, delicious, chocolate-flavored shake that you will quickly become addicted to!

This Frosty recipe includes simple ingredients like:

• Nesquik Chocolate Flavor Powder
• Whole milk (skim milk should work too!)
• Heavy whipping cream
• Sweetened condensed milk
• Vanilla extract
• Vanilla ice cream

How to Make Wendy’s Frosty Copycat Recipe

Here are two easy methods to make a delicious homemade Wendy’s frosty from the comfort of your own home that the whole family will love.

The first option is an easy make-ahead option so that you can minimize the process when you want to have a copycat Wendy’s frosty.

The second option is more time-consuming but is much easier to get a smoother texture at the end.

Tools & Equipment to make this how to make chocolate shakes at home

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• Blender
• Ice cube tray (method 1)
• Airtight container for the freezer (method 2)

How to Make Wendy’s Frosty Recipe

Method 1

In a blender, combine the chocolate mix, milk, condensed milk, and vanilla.

Pour into an ice cube tray and freeze until fully frozen.

When the ice is fully solid, you can transfer the ice cubes to plastic bags or an airtight container for when you are ready to make the homemade frosty.

When you are ready to enjoy your frosty, blend the chocolate milk cubes, heavy cream, and vanilla ice cream until you get a thick and smooth frosty consistency.

Pour into 3-4 glasses and enjoy!

Method 2

In a blender, add all of the ingredients and blend together until thick and creamy.

Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and freeze for about 5-6 hours.

Be sure to stir about every hour to avoid an overgrowth of ice crystals and uneven freezing.

Pour the frosty mixture into 3-4 glasses and enjoy!

If you want your desired consistency to have more of an icy texture and less creaminess, you can reduce or even remove the ice cream and add more ice.

Give me the deets!

Alright, now, I NEED to know…. Do you dip your french fries in your wendy’s frosty recipe? Are you going to add a ginormous amount of whipped cream on top of your frosty?

I must. know. all. the things. Leave a comment below telling me how you are going to eat your copycat wendy’s frosty?

Here are some chocolate treats you may enjoy with your homemade frosty

• Double Chocolate Brownie Cookies
• Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Crinkle Top Fudge Brownies
• Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
• Moist Chocolate Cake
• Brandied Caramel Chocolate Souffle
• Chocolate Chip Cheesecake
• Special K Bars
• Decadent Chocolate Lava Cake
• No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

As for other cold drinks, I am eyeing this fudge and donut freakshake.

Have you ever had a freakshake? They all look so beautiful and bold! Should I put one on the blog? What kind should I make?!! Seriously, leave a comment at the bottom of the post. I really want to try to make one!!

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