Chipotle Chili-Spiked Mocha Slush

This is a jazzed up version of a cold mocha. From Smoothies and Summer Drinks. Cooking time is time spent in the freezer.

• Ready In: 4 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 2
• Yields: 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

• 1 (1 -1 1/4ounce) package  instant  hot chocolate powder (without marshmallows)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon instant coffee crystals
• 1⁄8 teaspoon  dried chipotle powder
• 1⁄8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3⁄4 cup hot water
• 1  cup vanilla ice cream or 1  cup coffee ice cream or 1  cup chocolate ice cream
• 1⁄3 cup  fat-free half-and-half
•  whipped cream (optional)
•  ground cinnamon (optional)

Directions

1. In 2-cup glass measure stir together hot chocolate mix, coffee crystals, chili powder and ground cinnamon.
2. Stir in hot water until combined.
3. Pour into ice cube tray. Freeze until firm.
4. In blender container combine chocolate ice cubes, ice cream and half-and-half. Cover and blend until smooth.
5. Pour into glasses.
6. Serve immediately topped with whipped cream and cinnamon, if desired.