Hot Chocolate Popsicles
Hot chocolate popsicles are the ultimate frozen twist on your favorite cozy drink! They combine rich cocoa flavor with a refreshing chill—perfect for hot days or when you’re craving something sweet and icy. Whether you’re a hot chocolate lover or just looking for new frozen desserts, these popsicles are fun, easy, and incredibly delicious.
Can You Use Heavy Cream Instead of Whole Milk?
Absolutely! Whole milk ensures the hot chocolate popsicles are creamy and rich. Replacing whole milk with heavy cream keeps that creaminess. If you want an ultra-decadent treat, use heavy cream or half and half. Prefer something lighter? Stick with whole milk.
Can I Make Hot Chocolate Popsicles with Yogurt?
Yes! Yogurt popsicles are popular and tasty. You can absolutely use yogurt to make hot chocolate popsicles—just cool the hot chocolate first to prevent curdling. Also, because yogurt is tangy, make your hot chocolate mix extra rich for balanced flavor.
How Can I Make Hot Chocolate Popsicles More Flavorful?
Try these fun mix-ins to level up your hot chocolate popsicles:
- Mini Marshmallows: Add them to molds before freezing.
- Chopped Nuts: Walnuts, pecans, pistachios—perfect for crunch.
- Chocolate Chips: Dark, milk, or white chocolate—go wild!
- Oreo Crumbs: Add chopped cookies for texture and fun.
- Spices: Add cinnamon, nutmeg, or cayenne for warmth.
- Berries: Strawberries or raspberries pair beautifully with chocolate.
How to Store Hot Chocolate Popsicles
Store hot chocolate popsicles in the freezer for up to a month. You can keep them in their molds or freeze them in paper cups with sticks. Once fully frozen, unmold and enjoy straight from the freezer.
Hot Chocolate Popsicles – The Recipe
- Preparation Time: 5 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Additional Time: 4 hours 35 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 55 minutes
- Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ tsp. vanilla extract
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ packet hot cocoa mix
- ¼ tsp. ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided
Preparation
- In a saucepan, combine milk and vanilla. Add cinnamon, sugar, and cocoa mix. Whisk well.
- Stir in chocolate chips and heat over medium-low, whisking every 5 minutes. Do not boil.
- Remove from heat. Cool for 5 minutes, then refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Place 8 Dixie cups on a tray. Add 1 tbsp chocolate chips to each. Fill each cup ¾ full with cooled mix.
- Add more chocolate chips on top, insert sticks, and freeze for at least 4 hours.
- To serve, remove popsicles from the freezer and peel off the cups.
Final Thoughts
These hot chocolate popsicles are rich, creamy, and full of fun flavors. From marshmallows to berries, there’s no end to how you can customize them. Whether it’s a summer treat or a winter surprise, this frozen dessert is sure to become a favorite!
