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How many of you are Wendy’s fans? I sure am, and although we don’t get to eat out very often, I’m just as thrilled as the kiddos when we get to swing by there for a meal! I’m not sure if they still serve this delicious treat, but a few years ago I got totally addicted to their Caramel Apple Vanilla Frosty!
Since the weather here in Texas has been SCORCHING the past couple months, we’ve needed some type of chillin’ treat every now and then. When I first whipped this up, the kids ate all of it before I had a chance to even try it! So after round 2 (and 3… and so on) I was able to really test the comparison to the real Wendy’s version. I was so excited, it tasted just like the REAL Caramel Apple Vanilla Frosty they served! I did add more apples in mine, though….to make it healthier, of course!
One thing I love about this frosty is that you can change it up to fit your own personal preferences! My hubby likes a lot less malt powder, while I prefer a crazy amount ton of caramel sauce. Make a little to start, then adjust as you want!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
- 2 1/2 tbsp. Vanilla Malt powder (such as Nesquick)
- 4-8 cups Vanilla Ice Cream (depending on how thick you like it)
- Caramel Sauce (I just used basic Caramel ice cream topping) – as much as you’d like
- 1 Green Apple
Directions
- If you don’t want the skin on your apple, peel it now. Wash and dice the apple into small bits.
- In a blender, mix the milk, heavy cream, malt powder, and ice cream until smooth.
- Pour the frosty into tall glasses, and gently stir in the apple bits and as much of the caramel sauce as you’d like. It should create pretty swirls all around, so it’s fun to use a clear glass.
- Enjoy your ultra-refreshing treat!
Buddy Garrett says
It sounds delicious.
Sarah L says
I never had one of Wendy’s drink like this, but I like this recipe.
Jill Myrick says
This looks too yummy and is something that my family would love especially one one of the really hot days that we are having now. I will definitely be trying tis recipe at home.
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elizabeth miller says
My 2 favorite things–vanilla ice cream and loads and loads of caramel–the apple addition sounds great. Going to make this tomorrow after I pick up some apples.
katklaw777 says
I luv the combo of tart apple and caramel…this looks sooooooooooooooooooooo yummy!
Jenn Crawford-Lierman says
Looks yummy!!! I’m going to have to try it!!
Benita says
What a great treat, and a lovely recipe to try.
Mia Dentice Carey says
=P *drooling* Looks YUMMY!
Barbara Platt says
sounds like apple pie in a glass
Tiffany DeOs says
That sounds so yummmy!!!!
Jessica Medina says
yes! A must pin recipe!!!
Caitlin McClure says
I’m drooling. I need to try this!
Angela Saver says
This looks really good! I love copycat recipes! Thanks for sharing!
Laura J says
Oh that looks so yummy! Carter loves anything apple..and oh I love anything caramel! 🙂 Will have to try these at home!
DEBIJOT says
This recipe would be great for a Halloween party.
CR Williams says
This looks so yummy
Christine Jensen says
OOh, yummy! I love anything with caramel!
heather says
I have never heard of this recipe but it sounds yummy.
Stacey b says
This looks delicious, I can’t wait to try it!
anne hill says
i would have to substitute in something else for the heavy cream cuz i dont drink it – but if i vary this recipe it looks like a winner for me!
Sunnymay says
Yes please. I copied the recipe and plan on making it when it’s apple time in September.
Cindy Brooks says
I’ve never had one of these at Wendy’s, but I will now. It looks delicious and I’m saving the recipe…just in case 🙂
Rebecca Parsons says
How have I ever not had their caramel apple vanilla frosty. But this looks so good!
meagan bs says
oh this looks incredible! i need to try this.
@sweetmatcha says
wow this looks so decadent! I’d love this for a treat really soon! YUMMY!
vickie couturier says
that looks so good made my mouth water,yummy!
Kathy stevenson says
That looks so good!
Sonya Morris says
Yum! I will have to try this myself!
anne says
Wonderful and creative treat.
Dianna A says
That looks so yummy, definitely going to have to try it.
Cheryl Free says
This looks super good and tasty!