# Frozen Hot Beverage Treats This Frozen Hot Chocolate Recipe Converts a Winter Drink for Summer By M | Published 2013-07-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-beverage References: [minimalistbaker](http://minimalistbaker.com/pretzel-frozen-hot-chocolate/) If you’ve been missing your daily winter hot beverage, this incredibly creative pretzel [frozen chocolate recipe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chilled-hot-chocolate) will help you convert a staple winter beverage into a summer-appropriate drink. How do you enjoy this delicious [chocolate frozen beverage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-beverages) creation at home? The base of this drink is made from homemade [mocha coconut ice cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-chocolate-cubes) -- rather than frozen water ice cubes -- made from frozen coconut milk and cocoa powder. The mocha coconut cubes are then mixed with chocolate syrup, regular ice cubes and almond milk in a blender to give that creamy chocolate taste. The extra crushed salted pretzels and whip cream toppings add a layer of decadence to your very own cold version of a traditional chocolate hot beverage that's perfect for the summertime. You can easily substitute the almond and coconut milk for dairy versions, or keep this recipe entirely vegan and dairy-free. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Frozen Hot Beverage Treats:** Innovative recipes that transform traditional winter hot beverages into refreshing frozen treats for the summer. - **Dairy Substitutes:** The rise of dairy-free and vegan alternatives as a solution for making frozen hot beverage treats accessible to a wider consumer base. - **Creative Ice Cube Alternatives:** Experimentation with unconventional ice cube ingredients, such as frozen coconut milk and cocoa powder, to enhance the flavor and texture of frozen hot beverage treats. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunities for cafes, restaurants, and food product manufacturers to create and market innovative frozen hot beverage treats. - **Dairy Alternatives:** The growing market for plant-based milk alternatives, providing a platform for dairy substitute brands to partner with and supply ingredients for frozen hot beverage treat recipes. - **Snack Foods:** Collaboration opportunities between snack food brands and frozen treat producers to create unique and indulgent toppings for frozen hot beverage treats, such as crushed salted pretzels and whipped cream. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Frozen Cold Weather Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salted-caramel-chocolate-frost.md) - [Hot Cocoa Granita Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-hot-chocolate-made-with-ghirardelli.md) - [Frozen Hot Cocoa Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-hot-cocoa-mix.md) - [Frozen Vegan Hot Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-frrrozen-hot-chocolate.md) - [Frozen Hot Cocoa Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-hot-chocolate-shake-made-with-ghirardelli.md) - [Icy Cold Weather Milkshakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-chocolate-milkshake.md) - [Frozen Specialty Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-x-target.md) - [Filled Chocolate Coffee Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mocha-melts.md) - [Frozen Hot Chocolate Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-hot-chocolate-shakes.md)