Copycat Wendy’s Frosty — Low-fat and so EASY to whip up! It tastes like a lighter chocolate milkshake, but it’s still super creamy and delicious!!
Creating This Wendy’s Frosty Recipe
I haven’t had a Frosty in about 15 years, but it popped into my head and I had to have one. Except I knew I wasn’t going to Wendy’s for one, so I had better make it myself.
This copycat Wendy’s frosty recipe is fast, dangerously easy, and you don’t need an ice cream maker to achieve that creamy consistency. Simply add 4 ingredients to your blender, whiz, divide it between two mugs, freeze for 30 minutes, and enjoy. Way too easy!
The results are every bit as good as Wendy’s, and the taste and texture is spot-on. As a bonus, my version is low-fat and while no one should ever confuse Frostys with health food, this version is lighter than the real thing.
The homemade Wendy’s chocolate Frosty is smooth, creamy, rich, sweet, and refreshing with nostalgic charm. I used restraint to not down the entire batch.
My 7-year old inhaled about 18 ounces of Frosty in 18 seconds. Wish I still had that metabolism! She requested that I make more of this — like asap.
I love cold treats even more when they get melty. Something tells me some Homemade Baileys would make me love the melty parts even that much more.
Ingredients for a Copycat Wendy’s Frosty
This Wendy’s Frosty recipe is essentially a lightened up chocolate milkshake.
For this easy Frosty recipe, you’ll need:
- Frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Chocolate milk
So simple, right? Which means it’s dangerously easy to make a Frosty whenever you want one!
How to Make a Wendy’s Frosty
Making homemade Wendy’s Frostys couldn’t be simpler! Follow these easy steps:
- Add the Frosty ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
- Then, pour the Frosty mixture into two glasses and freeze for 30 minutes to an hour until it’s the consistency you want.
- Don’t forget to give your Frosty a good stir before digging in!
Can I Make a Batch of Frostys in Advance?
Yes! You can actually make a big batch of homemade Frostys and store them in the freezer for up to a month.
Just make sure to cover the glasses in plastic wrap or store the mixture in plastic bags so the Frostys don’t soak up any smells from the freezer.
If your Frosty is frozen solid, let it sit at room temperature for half an hour before enjoying. It’ll become thick and creamy in no time!
Can I Use Evaporated Milk?
No! Sweetened condensed milk is NOT the same thing as evaporated milk and the two are not interchangeable in this recipe.
Can the Whipped Topping Be Substituted?
If you don’t have whipped topping like Cool Whip in your area, you could try making homemade whipped cream and freezing it for a similar effect. However, I’ve never tried this myself so I can’t say for sure if it’s an appropriate substitute.
Tips for the Best Copycat Wendy’s Frosty
I used fat-free versions of whipped topping and sweetened condensed milk, plus low-fat chocolate milk is low-fat to keep my Frosty on the healthier side. (Although, again, I’m by no means calling this a healthy recipe!) If you want to use full-fat products, be my guest.
You could likely keep the Frosty vegan by using vegan whipped topping, omit the sweetened condensed milk, and use chocolate almond milk instead.
Likewise, if you need to keep this recipe dairy-free, make the appropriate substitutes for your dietary needs.
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Copycat Wendy's Frosty
Ingredients
- 12 ounces 1 standard tub whipped topping, keep frozen*
- ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened natural cocoa powder
- 1 cup chocolate milk**
Instructions
- To the canister of a blender, add the whipped topping, sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, pour the milk over the top, and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour mixture into 2 glasses and freeze for about 30 to 60 minutes, or until desired consistency is reached. Stir well before serving.
- Extra portion will keep airtight in the freezer for up to 1 month (cover glasses with plastic wrap or place inside a ziplock to prevent freezer smells). Allow to come up to room temp for about 30 minutes before serving if frozen solid.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Brilliant! This could be for reals dangerous. 4 ingredients. No ice cream maker. Hello, Frosty every night. Pinned.
I know, I want a Frosty every night too LOL. Thanks for pinning!
I haven’t had a Wendy’s frosty in forever! This homemade version calls for a side of fries and a burger…or maybe a grilled chicken sandwich to keep it on the healthier side. :)
Fries dipped in Frosties are the best!
This drink might be a teeny weeny too easy even for a low fat drink.
What a sneaky and excellent recipe detective job that you did.
Thank you, Carol! :)
DUDE. WANT.
Uncannily close to the real thing!
wow, this is what I want. Weather is dipping here and today it’s in 40’s.
I have been craving a Wendy’s frosting like crazy! And now I can make my own, that’s scary. All I need are some french fries to dip. :)
Omg YES. You have to have fries dipped in it! That was my junior high dream meal :) And thank for pinning!
Have been seeing this on Pinterest but wasn’t sure how it would turn out but have to say your recipes have never failed me in the past so will have to try this one out too! Luckily I have half a can of sweetened condensed milk to use anyways. It seems like the only flavoring this is missing compared to the homemade baileys is a tiny bit of coffee + whiskey right? Might have to add a little bit in and see how it turns out!
LMK what you think if you try it! And yes to adding Baileys, whiskey, or coffee. Can’t go wrong :)
Oh my gosh, yes to Bailey’s in Frosties. Love that there are only 4 ingredients and that this recipe makes about 2 servings. If it made any more than that I would be in serious trouble, haha. Your version definitely looks better than the original!
Thanks for saying my version looks better than the original! :)
Something tells me Pinterest is going to love this recipe! The 30 minutes in the freezer is the trick I’ve been looking for – getting the thick creaminess without adding a bunch of ice (bleh) Looks chocolatey-, refreshing, and easy aka perfect!
I know, ice into smoothies or shakes makes them get so watery, so fast – yes, just a little chill time is all you need for this one!
Being able to add Baileys is yet another reason why you shouldn’t run to Wendy’s ;) its always better homemade!
Amen!
Just give me a a straw! Need this! Pinned!
thanks for the pin!
I would love to try this with TruWhip!
We always make an assortment of smoothies put them in sealed mason jars and stick them in a big tub of ice on pool days, for super easy entertaining. This will be a perfect addition!
I do the same thing you do with pre-making smoothies. Except I actually freeze them in plastic cups and about an hour or so before we’re ready, just pull them out of the freezer. As long as the blender is dirty, may as well blend in batches, right!
I used to get frosty’s all the time, and it’s been a while. This may be low-fat, but it still looks amazingly rich and creamy!
YES it is! Super rich and creamy! It’s not healthfood but it’s at least…healthier? than the original, I think :)
I love Frosty’s!! I need to try this soon!
I have been craving a frosty for weeks now. I love this idea!!