4 Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Homemade Frosty Recipe (Vegan, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Refined Sugar-Free) (2024)

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4 Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Homemade Frosty Recipe (V+GF): an easy, 5-minute recipe for a thick ‘n creamy homemade Wendy’s frosty made with just 4 healthy ingredients! Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo option, No Added Sugar, Refined Sugar-Free.

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Have you ever tried a frozen hot chocolate? I know, I know, it’s totally a weird, but yummy, but also understandably, mind boggler of a concept. Contradiction much? 😉

I wasn’t exactlywarming to the concept.

But about a year and a half ago, I made something that tasted like a hot chocolate, but frozen. Yes, I’m full of delicious contradictions. It was this peanut butter hot chocolate smoothie. It was one of the tastiest things I’ve ever drank. (Why does saying “drank” always sound wrong, btw?)

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Anywho, the happy accident that came from that was realizing that I could say ‘that’ three times in one sentence.Heh heh. I mean… I realized that peanut butter adds a wonderfully creamy and thick element to frozen treats. One reader even pointed out that the frozen hot chocolate recipe reminded her of a frosty.

So just one and a half short years later, I’ve revised, tested, and re-worked that peanut butter hot chocolate smoothie recipe into this 4 Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Homemade Frosty Recipe. Ta-da!!!

(Okay, I know I take forever and a half to do my recipe testing. But better late than never, right? ;))

4 Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Homemade Frosty Recipe (Vegan, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Refined Sugar-Free) (3)

Anyway, this year I’ve been applying the “peanut butter + frozen desserts = creamy frozen bliss” equation to quite a few mouthwatering treats. See:Banana Peanut Butter Swirl Ice Creamand more to come this summer!

The results have been incredible. And I thought it was high time to make and share this homemade frosty. Upgraded with peanut butter, of course. (Doubly upgraded if you drizzlehomemade peanut butteron top…andadd a plate of freshly-madeno bake chocolate peanut butter oatmeal cookieson the side).

Thischocolate peanut butter homemade frosty recipe is super thick, ultra creamy and ridiculously good. It takes only a few minutes to make, and perhaps even less to eat. Alright, if you don’t want a brain freeze, a few more minutes than that—but Erik didn’t let that stop him!

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If I don’t have you totally convinced yet, allow me to regale you with this chocolate peanut butter homemade frosty recipe’s most delicious aspects. It’s:

  • made with just 4 ingredients
  • ready in minutes
  • deliciously vegan, gluten free, dairy-free
  • wonderfully creamy and thick
  • a delicious homemade frosty made without whipped cream or condensed milk
  • the tastiest way to find out how to make a frosty like Wendy’s .
  • deliciously plant-based and allergy-friendly
  • the perfect healthy afternoon treat to have with maybe 1 or 2 of thesechocolate peanut butter no bake energy bites
  • just the healthy homemade Wendy’s frosty you’ve been searching for
  • soooo good, you wished you’d made it sooner (but you couldn’t because I took forever and then some to share this, my bad!)

Here’s to the happy, lazy vibes of summer! I hope you and your loved ones get to share in some slow, relaxing moments of joy in these coming months. I’m looking forward to seeing all of your frozen BB creations on Instagram and Facebook! As always….

Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤

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If you enjoyed this 4 Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Homemade Frosty Recipe, then you’ll just love these delicious vegan frozen dessert and drink recipes:

More Frozen Vegan Dessert & Drink Recipes

  • Triple Berry Smoothie
  • Vegan Strawberry Peanut Butter Smoothie(like PB&J in ice cream smoothie form!)
  • No Churn Chocolate Chocolate Chip Coconut Vegan Ice Cream
  • 4 Ingredient No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars(a huge reader fave)
  • Banana Peanut Butter Swirl Ice Cream(my favorite ice cream recipe! Made with just 4 ingredients + 10 mins of prep!)
  • and Easy Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies, just for fun. 😉

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4 Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Homemade Frosty Recipe (Vegan, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Refined Sugar-Free)

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  • Author: Demeter | Beaming Baker
  • Yield: 2 frostys (about 4 ½ cups) 1x
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4 Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Homemade Frosty Recipe (V+GF): an easy, 5-minute recipe for a thick ‘n creamy homemade Wendy’s frosty made with just 4 healthy ingredients! Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Paleo option, No Added Sugar, Refined Sugar-Free.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium bananas, sliced and frozen
  • ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons unsweetened non-dairy milk
  • ¼ cup unsalted, natural peanut butter (use almond butter for Paleo option)
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (use paleo-friendly if desired)

Instructions

  1. Add bananas into a food processor or blender. Blend until the bananas become crumbly. Add non-dairy milk. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the processor as needed.
  2. Add peanut butter and cocoa powder. Blend until smooth. Scrape down the sides of the processor periodically, as needed.
  3. Pour into two cups and enjoy! Optionally, top with peanut butter or chocolate shavings.

    Adapted from my Peanut Butter Ice Cream Smoothie and my Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate Smoothie.

    Try these delicious frozen treats: Banana Peanut Butter Swirl Ice Cream, Vegan Strawberry Peanut Butter Smoothie.

Notes

– More chocolate peanut butter recipes: peanut butter cup brownies, no bake chocolate peanut butter energy bites, chocolate peanut butter freezer fudge.

  • Category: Frozen Desserts, Vegan, Dairy-Free, Paleo option, No Added Sugar, Naturally Sweetened

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4 Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Homemade Frosty Recipe (Vegan, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Refined Sugar-Free) (2024)

FAQs

What are the ingredients in Wendy's chocolate Frosty? ›

Water, Sugar, Powdered MILK, Sunflower Creamer [Sunflower Oil, Maltodextrin, MILK Protein, Emulsifier (E471), Antioxidant (E306)], Whey (MILK), Cocoa Powder (3.7%), Stabiliser (E412), Flavouring (Flavouring, Dextrose), Carrageenan [Stabiliser (E407), Dextrin], Stabiliser (E415).

Are Wendy's Frosty healthy? ›

While Wendy's Frosty can be a delicious and satisfying treat, it's important to enjoy it in moderation. The high calorie, fat, and sugar content make it a dessert that should be consumed as an occasional indulgence rather than a regular part of your daily diet.

What makes a Frosty different? ›

The consistency and texture are the key differences between a traditional milkshake and a Frosty. According to Wendy's the Frosty was designed to be "thick enough to use a spoon, smooth enough to use a straw, and perfect when enjoyed on the end of a fry."

What are Frosty's made of? ›

As far as which other ingredients are in a chocolate Frosty, the Wendy's website lists milk, sugar, corn syrup, cream, whey, nonfat dry milk, cocoa (processed with alkali), guar gum, mono and diglycerides, cellulose gum, natural vanilla flavor, carrageenan, calcium sulfate, sodium citrate, dextrose, and vitamin A ...

Is Wendy's Frosty dairy or non dairy? ›

Since a frosty has a butterfat content below 10% it falls into the category of dairy dessert. This is why the texture of a frosty is not the same as a scoop of ice cream and why they can't call a frosty ice cream.

Is Wendy's chocolate Frosty dairy free? ›

Chocolate Frosty®: Milk, Sugar, Corn Syrup, Cream, Whey, Nonfat Dry Milk, Cocoa (Processed With Alkali), Guar Gum, Mono And Diglycerides, Cellulose Gum, Natural Vanilla Flavor, Carrageenan, Calcium Sulfate, Sodium Citrate, Dextrose, Vitamin A Palmitate.

What is the healthiest Wendys item? ›

Our top choice is the grilled chicken sandwich wrapped in lettuce with honey mustard and tomato. It has 28 grams of protein and only 6 grams of carbs. If you're craving a burger, order the junior cheeseburger deluxe as a lettuce wrap and without mayo for only 5 grams of carbs.

What is the most unhealthy thing on the Wendy's menu? ›

The Wendy's Big Bacon Classic Triple Burger may be the worst thing on the menu, with 1,220 calories in just one sandwich. And don't forget about the 36 grams of saturated fat— or 163% of the recommended daily value (DV) of just 22 grams per day—and 10% of your daily calories.

Does a Wendy's Frosty have sugar in it? ›

Water, Sugar, Powdered MILK, Sunflower Creamer [Sunflower Oil, Maltodextrin, MILK Protein, Emulsifier (E471), Antioxidant (E306)], Whey (MILK), Stabiliser (E415), Stabiliser (E412), Flavouring (Flavouring, Dextrose), Carrageenan [Stabiliser (E407), Dextrin].

Why are Wendy's Frosty's so good? ›

Vanilla is the key to the chocolate Frosty

The flavor is more mild compared to other decadent chocolate shakes and rich malts. And according to Wendy's, that's on purpose. Wendy's founder Dave Thomas designed the flavor as a mix of vanilla and chocolate.

Did Wendy's Frosty get smaller? ›

September 10, 2022 by Faith Geiger

Whether you prefer the chocolate, vanilla, or limited-edition strawberry variety, there's no denying that this sweet treat is one of the best fast food desserts out there—which is why we're devastated that they seem to be shrinking in size.

Is vanilla Frosty being discontinued? ›

The Vanilla Frosty was last available from January 2023 through May 2023, when the limited-edition Strawberry Frosty took its place on the menu.

Does Wendy's have 50 Cent Frostys? ›

Wendy's brings back 50-cent Frosty as summer approaches

"The 50¢ Frosty offer is a certified fan favorite and we couldn't think of a better way to help our customers kick-off the summer," said Kurt Kane, Wendy's executive vice president, chief concept and marketing officer.

Why are Frostys so cold? ›

In fact, Thomas wanted to recreate the milkshakes he'd had growing up that were so thick that spoons were necessary, per Wendy's. According to a press release from Wendy's, the Frosty is kept between 19 and 21 degrees Fahrenheit to achieve this consistency.

Is a Wendy's Frosty vegan? ›

Wendy's frosty's in all flavors contain milk so they are not vegan. Does Wendy's have vegan chicken nuggets? No. Wendy's does not have vegan chicken nuggets at their restaurant.

Is there chocolate in a chocolate Frosty? ›

Wendy's chocolate frosties are actually half chocolate, half vanilla. Dave Thomas felt that full chocolate frosties would be too much flavor and clash with the rest of the food. Our frosties are made on the spot, in an actual ice cream machine.

Are Wendy's Frostys vegan? ›

Wendy's frosty's in all flavors contain milk so they are not vegan.

How much sugar is in Wendy's chocolate Frosty? ›

Nutrition Facts
Calories 350(1464 kJ)
Dietary Fiber0 g0%
Sugars47 g
Protein10 g
Calcium350 mg
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What is the nutritional value of a Wendy's chocolate Frosty? ›

Wendy's Classic Chocolate Frosty, Small (1 Serving) contains 58g total carbs, 58g net carbs, 9g fat, 10g protein, and 350 calories.

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