What makes Wendy's Frosty different?

The favorite Wendy's Frosty is like a cross between a milkshake and ice-cream. It's a thinner consistency than ice-cream but thicker than a milkshake and can be eaten with a spoon.

Does the Ninja Creami really need 24 hours?

The instructions say to freeze your base for 24 hours before blending because it insures that it is frozen completely solid. The exact freeze time will vary based on your freezer - your base likely can be frozen completely solid in less time. The Ninja Creami will not work properly if it isn't completely frozen.

Why is my ice-cream powdery from the Ninja Creami?

It is normal for the ice-cream to be powdery or crumbly after just one spin because the base is frozen so solid. After one more spin, the ice-cream should be creamy and ready to enjoy.

Does the Ninja Creami make soft serve?

The Ninja Creami does a great job making soft serve ice cream. The texture is smooth and creamy.

Ninja Creami Wendy's Frosty (Copycat)

copycat Wendys frosty in ninja creami pint

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This Ninja Creami Wendy's Frosty recipe is the easiest copycat recipe, uses only two ingredients, and the results are thick, creamy, and perfect for a warm day. All you need is chocolate milk and instant pudding mix to make your own Wendy's Chocolate Frosty at home!

Author: Kathleen Hansen
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 24 hours 10 minutes
Yield: 1 pint
Category: Dessert
Method: Ninja Creami
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

1.5 cups Chocolate Milk, I used Fairlife 2% Chocolate Milk
1 tablespoon Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix
1-2 tablespoons Chocolate Milk, optional for re-spin

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Instructions

Mix Base in Pint Container - I like to use a milk frother to do this, but you can also mix well with a fork or small whisk.
Freeze - Place the pint in the freezer and freeze for 24 hours so it is fully solid. Make sure you place it on a level surface in your freezer. I like to freeze without a lid as I find it reduces the hump that can form in the middle.
Prep for Blending - Remove the frozen pint from the freezer. If you have a 'hump' in the center, it's best to scrape most of it away with a spoon so it is mostly level.
Blend - Insert into the outer bowl, add the lid, and lock into position. Blend on 'Lite Ice-Cream'
Add Liquid and Re-Spin - Make a little well in the center, add the extra liquid (if using, see note), and re-spin on the same lite ice cream setting.
Enjoy - After the second spin, the frosty should be thick, creamy and ready to enjoy

Notes

Liquid For Re-Spin - Before the second spin, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of chocolate milk. This will give the frosty a softer texture (closer to a thick milkshake).

Leftovers? You can either use a spoon to smooth out and level the top in the Ninja Creami pint container and put back in the freezer. Then you can spin again when ready to eat. Or you can transfer the leftovers to another container and freeze. Then thaw on the container for a bit or zap it in the microwave for just 5-10 seconds to soften it and eat again.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 pint
Calories: 130
Sugar: 13.4 g
Sodium: 325.1 mg
Fat: 3.5 g
Trans Fat:
Carbohydrates: 15.5 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 9.9 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg

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