13 Chilly chocolate treats to get you through summertime

Chocolate cures just about everything, and these desserts prove it. They’re so cool, they even make a hot day more bearable.

1. Frozen hot chocolate

You can’t even fathom drinking a hot chocolate in this sweltering heat, but this frozen version is a whole different story.

2. Dark chocolate peanut butter swirl ice cream

Once you’ve tried this delicious homemade ice cream, you’ll never eat store-bought again.

3. Cold chocolate cake

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This dense and fudgy chocolate cake is served straight from the fridge. Enjoy it with a glass of milk and you’ll be in heaven.

4. Chocolate-dipped raspberry smoothies on a stick

These refreshing frozen raspberry smoothie pops are only made better when they’re dipped in chocolate.

5. Triple chocolate mousse cake

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We dare you to turn down this decadent dessert.

6. Chocolate coconut frappe

It’s way too hot for that morning coffee. Make your own frappé instead.

7. Greek yogurt fudge pop

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This homemade fudge pop is so much better (and better for you) than the store-bought version.

8. Chocolate drizzled frozen fruit skewers

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Delicious summer fruit is even more refreshing when it’s frozen — and drizzled in chocolate, of course.

9. No-bake icebox cakes

Cakes are even better when you don’t have to turn on your oven to make them.

10. Greek yogurt chocolate mousse

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Keep this lightened-up dessert recipe in your summer arsenal for a treat you won’t have to feel guilty about.

11. Chocolate brownie batter milkshake

As if a chocolate milkshake isn’t drool-worthy on its own, this one is made with brownie batter. Excuse us as we swoon.

12. Chilled chocolate torte

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A creamy chocolate mousse on top of a dense chocolate crust. What’s not to like?

13. Homemade banana chocolate ice cream

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There are only two ingredients in this simple homemade “ice cream.” It’s cold, light and perfect for summer.

This post was brought to you by Green & Black’s Organic Chocolate.

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