Coffee Frappuccino Recipe: Ready In 3 Minutes

If you can’t live without dessert-like iced coffee drinks, this Starbucks copycat coffee frappuccino recipe is for you! This is a refreshing creamy drink. With this recipe, you’ll be sipping your homemade Coffee Frappuccino with simple ingredients in just 3 minutes. What’s not to like?

Plus, we’ll bring an alternative recipe that you should take a look at, especially if you are fond of caramel. Let’s start! 

How To Make A Starbucks Coffee Frappuccino

A frappuccino is a blended drink created and made famous by Starbucks. In fact, the Starbucks Frappuccino is a trademarked term (1). At its core, it is a blended drink made from milk, ice, and syrups. But do frappuccinos have coffee? Frappuccino is a line of amazing blended iced coffee drinks that either contain or don’t contain coffee. This one today includes coffee and here is what you need to make it.

Step 1: Add Milk And Coffee To Blender And Pulse

Now, I’ll point out that adding the liquid to the blender first is a good idea, and adding the ice first can make your drink blend strangely and unevenly.

Quickly pulse your blender a few times to mix the instant coffee with the milk and help it dissolve. Skipping this step can mean you get one strong sip of instant coffee, and the rest tastes like sweet cream. And remember to add the instant coffee without letting it dissolve in water first. 

You can make a Coffee Frappuccino with regular black coffee or espresso instead of instant coffee for a more robust flavor. Regular black coffee will make your frappuccino a bit less sweet, which can be great for a more balanced flavor.

Also, use any dairy milk you want, from heavy cream to skim. Soy, almond, or even coconut milk are good options. But remember that Starbucks uses whole milk to get a better creamy texture.

Step 2: Add Ice

Add the ice to the blender once your milk and coffee are blended. Using filtered water for your ice is a good idea; non-filtered water can add an unpleasant taste to your drink.

Step 3: Add Frappuccino Syrup Or Sweetener

If you want a crazy creamy texture, you should go with a Frappuccino base. You’ll need 1 teaspoon of xanthan gum powder and vanilla extract, as well as ¾ cup sugar and ½ cup water. On the other hand, use white sugar for a simple version, but it will affect the overall creaminess. Lastly, add Frappuccino base syrup or white sugar to the mix.

For a simple version, use sweetener. We advise using natural sweeteners, such as stevia or Yacon syrup, which can even help you lose weight.

Step 4: Blend Until Smooth

Start with your blender on the slowest setting to allow the chunks of ice to break down. Once that happens, slowly turn your blender up to the highest setting and wait until all the ingredients are blended. Be careful not to blend over your frappuccino, as it will become watery. 

Add whipped cream to top off the drink and enjoy! If you want a stronger version, you try making an espresso frappuccino instead, or if you don’t feel like coffee at all, try this Chai Creme Frappuccino recipe.

Caramel Frappuccino: Alternative Recipe 

Caramel Frappuccino is a perfect alternative to a simple Coffee Frappuccino. Plus, it is easy to make.

Step 1: Combine All Ingredients In The Blender And Blend Until Smooth

Blend all ingredients, and that’s how easy it is to make a caramel Frappuccino. It’s a great way to add sweetness and flavor to the basic frappuccino coffee. As an alternative to instant coffee, you can use freshly brewed coffee.

Step 2: Top With Whipped Cream And Caramel Drizzle

Pour your Caramel Frappuccino into a serving glass and top with whipped cream and caramel drizzle. Or add other flavors like chocolate syrup to mimic different Starbucks Frappuccinos (for example, Starbucks Mocha Frappuccino)

Final Thoughts

Ready to make a Starbucks Frappuccino? I bet you are. You only need 4 simple ingredients to make it: ice, milk, coffee, and a sweetener (or even better, frappuccino base syrup). Plus, it’s ready in only 3 minutes. Choose whichever iced coffee drink you like more.