Wendy’s Frosty Recipe is easy to make at home with only 3 ingredients. You only need a blender and no ice cream maker needed. This copycat frosty is rich and creamy.

Learn how to make a homemade frosty and impress your kids. They are going to love being able to enjoy these at home. With only 3 ingredients, you can easily make a Wendy’s Frosty any day of the week.
I have been making homemade ice cream for years and the kids love it. I recently started making Wendy’s Frosty and it’s a huge hit too. You should also try Dairy Queen Buster Bar Recipe.
We also love Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake Recipe and Ice Cream Cake for more frozen treats.
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Why We Love This Recipe
The kids all loved this Copycat Wendy’s Frosty. You will love saving money and making these at home.
The next time the craving hits for a frosty, whip up this easy recipe instead. With only a handful of easy ingredients, this is fast and easy.
Ingredients

- Vanilla ice cream. It needs to be softened slightly.
- Milk. I like to use whole milk.
- Nesquik powder. This gives it the chocolate flavor.
Get the complete ingredients and full recipe at the bottom of the page.
Additions and Substitutions
- You can also make this with a can of sweetened condensed milk, container of cool whip and chocolate milk. Blend until combined and freeze until firm.
- Chocolate fans might like to add a tablespoon of cocoa powder for more chocolate flavor.
- Coffee makes a nice variation. Add coffee to taste for a coffee-flavored chocolate frosty. This is really delicious and a great combination.
- Ovaltine can be substituted for Nesquik if that is what you have. Either option will taste great.
- Try Strawberry Nesquik for a strawberry frosty. It is a tasty variation and perfect if you love all things strawberry.

How to Make Wendy’s Frosty

Step 1. Go ahead and put all of the ingredients in the blender.

Step 2. Blend until the frosty mixture is the perfect frosty consistency. It is that simple and easy to make! Scrape down the sides and serve.
How To Serve
Divide the mixture evenly between the glasses. We like to serve with a straw and a spoon to get every last drop.
This frosty recipe makes a great dessert or after-school snack. You might want to serve it with fries for dipping. This is a favorite in our house.
My kids go crazy over this recipe so sometimes I double it.
Topping Ideas
- Whipped topping. Cool whip is great, or you can make Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe.
- Chocolate Syrup. Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe is delicious or you can use Hershey’s syrup.
- Mini Chocolate Chips. You can also use candy bars and crush them. Sprinkle for topping and enjoy. This is a great way to use leftover candy.
- Crushed Peppermints. Sprinkle in the batter to make a peppermint frosty.
Can You Put a Frosty in The Freezer?
Yes, you can freeze these. We like to do this for an easy treat already made in large batches.
Simply freeze the frosty inside an airtight container. I would freeze them using an individual sealed container to make them easy to grab and go.
It will last up to 3 weeks in the freezer if stored properly inside a freezer-safe container.
If you only have a little bit left but don’t want to waste it, you can use an ice cube tray with lids.
When you are ready to enjoy, allow the container to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. The texture should be perfect after that to enjoy.
Pro Tips
- Soften the ice cream. The ice cream needs to be softened before you blend it. Just a few minutes on the counter should do the trick.
- Extra Chocolate. You can add an extra tablespoon of Nesquik for a more intense chocolate flavor.
- Good quality ice cream. With only 3 ingredients, you will taste the difference using good ice cream.
More Copycat Recipes
- Starbucks Vanilla Bean Frappuccino Recipe
- Dairy Queen Ice Cream Cake
- Homemade Star Crunch Cookies
- Copycat Little Debbie Brownies Recipe
- Copycat Nothing Bundt Cakes
- Harry Potter Hot Butter Beer Recipe
Anyone can make this tasty treat in just minutes. Give it a try! Please leave a star recipe rating and comment once you do.
Copycat Wendy’s Frosty
Ingredients
- 4 cups vanilla ice cream softened slightly
- 1 cup milk
- 3 tablespoons Nesquik powder
Instructions
- Combine everything in a blender and blend until smooth