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Copycat Wendy’s Chocolate Frosty

August 12, 2011 by Brandie @ The Country Cook 47 Comments

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Chocolate Frosty

Did I get your attention with the word “Frosty?” If you live anywhere near a Wendy’s fast food restaurant then you know what I’m talking about. The sweet treat that isn’t really ice cream and it’s not quite a milkshake. It’s in the in-between zone. And it must be eaten with a spoon as well as the occasionally slurping from the cup as it begins to melt.Copycat Wendy's Frosty

Only 2 Ingredients

I’m one of those folks that likes my dessert right after dinner. I think it’s the whole salty and sweet combination that I love. Gene, on the other hand, likes his dinner to marinate in his stomach for a few hours before he is ready to dive into dessert. But whenever we go to Wendy’s to pickup lunch or dinner, I can usually convince him to  have one of these treats right after we eat.  And then it occurred to me, I need to learn to make these at home. This is handy if you don’t live close to a Wendy’s and everyone in my family loves to make this. If you have kids, it’s a fun and easy treat for them to make and you don’t have to worry about your Frostys melting on the drive home! This will make about 8-10 servings! With some help from an ice cream maker, you can make this special delight at home with only TWO ingredients. Yes, that is it. Two ingredients and 25 minutes is all it takes until you are in chocolate-y goodness heaven. Amen.Copycat Wendy's Frosty

 Ingredients:
 1 quart chocolate milk
1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk
Copycat Wendy's Frosty
 Directions:
In a medium bowl, whisk together chocolate milk and sweetened condensed milk until combined.
Copycat Wendy's Frosty
Pour into canister of ice cream maker and freeze according to your ice cream maker’s directions. I turn my ice cream maker on before pouring. This helps to prevent the liquid from sticking to the sides right away. Then I pour the mixture into the bowl as it is turning. It takes about 25 minutes for it to set up to a frosty consistency.
Copycat Wendy's Frosty
Cook’s Note: I have a 1 ½ quart ice cream maker and this recipe works perfectly for this size. If your ice cream maker is larger, you may want to double the recipe. Also, My ice cream maker bowl must be completely frozen before use. I cover it with plastic wrap (so it doesn’t form ice crystals on the bowl) and freeze for at least 24-48 hours. When I’m ready to use it, I pull off plastic wrap, pop it into position and turn it on.
 

Enjoy!

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Copycat Wendy's Frosty
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Copycat Wendy's Chocolate Frosty
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
30 mins
 
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 120 kcal
Author: Brandie @ The Country Cook
Ingredients
  • 1 quart full fat chocolate milk
  • 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together chocolate milk and sweetened condensed milk until combined.
  2. Pour into canister of ice cream maker and freeze according to your ice cream maker's directions.
  3. I turn my ice cream maker on before pouring. This helps to prevent the liquid from sticking to the sides right away.
  4. And serve!

Recipe Notes

I have a 1 ½ quart ice cream maker and this recipe works perfectly for this size. If your ice cream maker is larger, you may want to double the recipe.
My ice cream maker bowl must be frozen before use. I cover it with plastic wrap (so it doesn’t form ice crystals on the bowl) and freeze for at least 24 hours-48 hours. When I’m ready to use it, I pull off plastic wrap, pop it into position and turn it on. Then I pour the mixture into the bowl as it is turning. It takes about 25 minutes for it to set up to a frosty consistency.

Nutrition Facts
Copycat Wendy's Chocolate Frosty
Amount Per Serving
Calories 120 Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 104mg 4%
Potassium 266mg 8%
Total Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 15g
Protein 4g 8%
Vitamin A 7.2%
Calcium 17.2%
Iron 2.1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Rhondi says

    August 12, 2011 at 1:02 pm

    LOL, funny girl! I'm so excited to try these frosty treats.

    Reply
  2. Patti says

    August 12, 2011 at 1:07 pm

    Could you make me a vanilla one? I love that burger/milkshake combo!

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  3. The Country Cook says

    August 12, 2011 at 1:15 pm

    Patti, you could make this vanilla if you wanted. You can purchase vanilla flavored milk or you can just use a quart of white milk and add vanilla extract to it. Maybe about 1/2 tbsp. (or more depending on your taste) 🙂

    Reply
  4. Pretend Chef says

    August 12, 2011 at 1:46 pm

    Time to make a batch of french fries to go with the Frosty. I still dip my fries into my Frosty at Wendys. Itty Bitty will be singing your praises for this recipe.

    Reply
  5. Candace says

    August 12, 2011 at 2:39 pm

    Not only is there NOT a Sonic anywhere near me, there is NOT a Wendy's either. Once again, you are my hero. awesome.

    Reply
  6. Major Mom says

    August 12, 2011 at 2:39 pm

    I have the exact same ice cream maker here, so I can definitely use the amounts you recommended. I'm pretty sure I have a stray can of condensed milk here somewhere — from a key lime pie that never happened, most likely, so I can pick up some chocolate milk and make this happen!

    Reply
  7. RavieNomNoms says

    August 12, 2011 at 2:39 pm

    hehe I always dip fries in my frostys haha. It is like something that I just cannot resist doing. Your chilled beverage looks amazing

    Reply
  8. Lacy says

    August 12, 2011 at 2:50 pm

    Love a Wendy's Frosty!! This recipe is amazing, so easy. Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
  9. Gloria says

    August 12, 2011 at 3:00 pm

    Look amazing I love Ice creams! gloria

    Reply
  10. natalie says

    August 12, 2011 at 3:06 pm

    I love a good Frosty, especially when I can dip my fries into it. 😉

    Reply
  11. Parsley Sage says

    August 12, 2011 at 1:16 pm

    Brilliant! Who knew you could make a show stopping Wendy's frosty at home? And with only two ingredients! Buzzed and stumbled 🙂

    Reply
  12. Kelly @ Eat Yourself Skinny says

    August 12, 2011 at 1:41 pm

    Hehe you had me with FROSTY!! I absolutely love them and this looks amazing, love it!! 🙂

    Reply
  13. Lizzy says

    August 12, 2011 at 7:15 pm

    You are too funny…tap, tap…LOL. And now on to your Frosty! Amazing! Thanks for finding the secret, Brandie!! Will try this soon~

    Reply
  14. Danielle says

    August 12, 2011 at 3:58 pm

    Time to invest in an ice cream maker…. ugh I cant stop drooling!!

    Reply
  15. Sandra says

    August 12, 2011 at 8:36 pm

    :)) Sounds incredible and very tasty..and yes
    i have to agree with Lizzy, you are so funny!:)

    Reply
  16. Lark (SparkyLarky)@ Lark's Country Heart says

    August 12, 2011 at 4:48 pm

    Sounds great! A Must try!

    Reply
  17. The Farmers Wife says

    August 12, 2011 at 9:41 pm

    I really really need to get an ice cream maker… lol! I haven't even had a frosty is almost 4 years!!! Yikes! Now I'm craving it something bad, because this looks so freaking awesome!

    Reply
  18. Mama J says

    August 13, 2011 at 2:05 am

    I soooo need an ice cream maker!!!

    Reply
  19. Micha @ Cookin' Mimi says

    August 13, 2011 at 3:21 am

    Oh yum. I am putting an ice cream maker on my wish list just so I can make this.

    Reply
  20. Erin says

    August 13, 2011 at 12:05 am

    My husband is not a fan of chocolate, but for some reason he loves a frosty from Wendy's. I will have to make this for him!

    Reply
  21. Christine's Pantry says

    August 13, 2011 at 4:04 am

    Looks wonderful! Would love to have a frosty now. 🙂

    Reply
  22. Sandra in NM* says

    August 13, 2011 at 2:26 pm

    Absolutely can't wait to try these. Put my ice cream bowl in the freezer already (i have the same one as yours too). I had another recipe for wendy's frosty but much more difficult than this so I never bothered to try it.

    Reply
  23. Krista says

    August 13, 2011 at 6:09 pm

    Mmmmm I love Frostys. It's like the best malt! I wanted to thank you again for letting me guest blog and let you know I've given you a little award. You can see it here:

    http://everydaymomsmeals.blogspot.com/2011/08/foodie-friends-and-blog-award.html

    Reply
  24. Simply Sammie says

    August 13, 2011 at 7:02 pm

    I have such great memories of when I was little and broke my arm they would always give me coupons for free frosties. Somehow at age 4 that made breaking my arm well worth it. I will definitely be trying this recipe, I am pinning it now! Thanks so much for sharing and rekindling some childhood memories for me!

    Reply
  25. Anne@frommysweetheart says

    August 14, 2011 at 1:55 am

    Who knew that my favorite frosty could be so simple! I love that it's only 2 ingredients! Perfect! Thanks for sharing your recipe! : )

    Reply
  26. Veronica Gantley says

    August 14, 2011 at 6:39 pm

    Cool. what a great way to use my ice cream machine. I have one just like yours. Maybe I will make a strawberry frosty.

    Reply
  27. MaryBeth says

    August 14, 2011 at 8:38 pm

    The chocolate frosty is my favorite..my husband tends to lead to the vanilla. I love how easy this recipe is, I will have to make some.

    Reply
  28. Steve Cylka says

    August 14, 2011 at 11:11 pm

    You had me at FROSTY! I love those – everyone in my famiy does and my kids would love it if I made these. I may have to try!

    Reply
  29. Stefanie says

    August 16, 2011 at 5:16 pm

    Frostys are the best! And this is so incredibly simple! Now I don't have to wait until I go to Wendy's to get a Frosty 🙂 yay!

    Reply
  30. Candy says

    August 16, 2011 at 4:53 pm

    Love frostys and I love to make ice cream so this one is a no-brainer for me! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  31. Abby says

    August 18, 2011 at 5:46 pm

    I would so love a frosty right about now. I'll have to try this. Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
  32. Jordan McCollum says

    August 27, 2011 at 4:39 am

    I bet it's better for you than a real Frosty, too! (And we have the same ice cream maker! This week I posted a piña colada limonada sherbet. YUM. I love having an ice cream maker!)

    Reply
  33. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee) says

    September 9, 2011 at 4:12 pm

    It looks so yummy! Thanks for sharing this lovely recipe. Hope to see you on my blog:)

    Reply
  34. Eat Laugh Love says

    August 28, 2012 at 6:50 pm

    Super simple! How would this work with low-fat chocolate milk and fat-free condensed milk?

    Thanks,
    Dense

    Reply
  35. Genevieve says

    August 30, 2012 at 7:41 pm

    Hi Brandie,
    I love the opportunity to make homemade frosties for my family, but most of my family members are lactose intolerant, so is there a way to make this lactose free? I was thinking of using Chocolate Silk Soymilk, but what can be used other than the sweetened condensed milk? Having to take a Lactaid pill with the first bite of anything with dairy takes the excitement out of any delicious food.

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  36. The Country Cook says

    August 31, 2012 at 1:05 pm

    Hi Genevieve! I'm so happy you found your way here from that article!! You could definitely use a soy milk for this. Just make sure you go with a brand that has a deep chocolate flavor. Now, as for the sweetened condensed milk, I've been racking my brain on that one. I don't have any lactose intolerant folks in my family so I'm not real familiar with many of the lactose-free products. You could make your own version at home. Just not sure how much work you want to put into making this. Condensed milk is just milk & sugar that has been reduced to give you that thick & rich consistency. Now, keep in mind, I'm not sure how any of this will affect the taste of the final product. But it might be worth a try to give your lactose-intolerant family members a try of a special treat they can't normally eat. 🙂
    Ingredients:

    3 cups Milk
    1/2 cup White Sugar
    Vanilla Extract
    Salt

    Directions: Add the soy milk and the sugar to a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until volume is reduced to 1 cup. Add a few drops of vanilla to taste, and a pinch of salt. Cool before using. May be stored in the refrigerator.

    As I said, I've never tried this but if you give it a shot, I'd love to know your results. 🙂

    Reply
  37. Barb says

    August 31, 2012 at 2:30 pm

    Tried this last night after seeing the Yahoo article and then finding your blog – I can't wait to make some of your other recipes! I used FF sweetened condensed milk because that is what I had. I did just use store brand chocolate milk. After half hour, it looked thick enough, but was not quite as thick upon removal(probably due to FF condenses milk) but really TASTY! No complaints from the family. Put the leftovers in the freezer and looking forward to eating tonight!

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  38. The Country Cook says

    August 31, 2012 at 7:44 pm

    Barb – so glad to have you here! And I'm happy you've had a chance to try out the recipe too! I appreciate you taking the time to let me know the results & that you enjoyed it! Hope you find lots more recipes on here that you love!

    Reply
    • BARBARA TESTA says

      September 27, 2017 at 9:22 pm

      II DO NOT HAVE AN ICE CREAM MAKER,,,, I WILL HAVE TO FIND OUT HOW TO GET ONE???????????/

      AM HAPPY TO KNOW HOW TO MAKE THE FROSTY

      Reply
  39. Qu says

    September 4, 2012 at 12:44 am

    Very nice I didn't know you could make your own frosty at home lol.

    Reply
  40. The Better Baker says

    December 21, 2012 at 12:51 pm

    Well if that doesn't beat all???? Leave it to you to come up with this amazing recipe. Pinning!

    Reply
  41. Anonymous says

    July 30, 2013 at 7:02 am

    I have that exact ice cream maker and use it very often, so I just store my bucket in the freezer. I have wanted to duplicate a frosty forever now but couldn't come up with something that worked. I never would have thought of putting sweetened condensed milk in it! You are a genius. Thank you so much for your help and the next time I need a recipe http://www.thecountrycook.net will be the first place I look.(And from me, coming before google is a real honor.) Thanks Again!

    Reply
  42. Anonymous says

    July 30, 2013 at 7:12 am

    Sorry.. I just commenred and forgot to say my name is Anna but Thanks for the third time!

    Reply
  43. mamagoldielocks says

    November 20, 2013 at 3:02 pm

    I made this yesterday for my kids after realizing our carton of chocolate milk was really close to its sell by date. It was FANTASTIC! I'm not a huge chocolate fan, but this was really good and the texture was awesome. Thanks for sharing! I love reading your blog!! 🙂

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  44. bobbie says

    August 15, 2014 at 9:13 pm

    I love, love, love Frostys and excited to try your recipe. One question. Can I use those plastic bags that they put your groceries in at the store? Have LOTS of those.

    Reply
  45. Sheila says

    July 13, 2017 at 3:52 pm

    Do you think this would work with the Chocolate Almond Milk & Fat Free condensed milk?

    Reply
    • Brandie @ The Country Cook says

      July 14, 2017 at 8:50 pm

      Hi Sheila! I just don’t know to be honest. I’m not sure how well it will hold up. If you give it a try – let me know! 🙂

      Reply

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