Frozen Hot Chocolate

Oprah recently featured this treat as one of her favorite things. I ordered the mix from Serendipity in NYC. The food editor from our local paper went in search of the recipe after numerous requests from readers and here it is--straight from Serendipity 3 restaurant. When my mix arrives, I'll let you know how this recipe compares to the real deal.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 3  ounces  of your favorite chocolate
• 2  teaspoons  store-bought  hot chocolate powder
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 1⁄2 cups milk
• 3  cups  ice cubes
•  lightly sweetened whipped cream
•  chocolate shavings

Directions

1. Chop chocolate into small pieces and place in top of double boiler over simmering water, stirring occasionally until melted.
2. Add chocolate mix and sugar, stirring constantly until thoroughly blended. Remove from heat and slowly add 1/2 cup milk, stirring until smooth.
3. Cool to room temperature.
4. In blender, place the remaining 1 cup milk, room-temperature chocolate mixture and ice.
5. Blend on high speed until smooth and the consistency of a frozen daiquiri. Pour into a giant goblet and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
6. Enjoy with a spoon or a straw.