Vanilla Bean Frappuccino Copycat (Printer-Friendly)
Creamy blended vanilla beverage with ice cream base, ready in 5 minutes for a refreshing treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup whole milk or alternative milk
02 - 1 cup ice cubes
→ Flavor
03 - 3 tablespoons vanilla bean ice cream
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Topping
06 - Whipped cream for serving, optional
# How to Make It:
01 - Combine milk, ice cubes, vanilla bean ice cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract in a blender. Blend on high speed until mixture achieves a smooth, creamy consistency.
02 - Taste the blended mixture and add additional sugar if preferred. Blend briefly to incorporate any adjustments.
03 - Pour the frappuccino into two tall glasses. Top with whipped cream if desired and serve immediately while cold.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Makes that expensive coffee shop drink for a fraction of the cost, and you can make it in your pajamas
- The vanilla bean ice cream secret ingredient makes it unbelievably creamy and restaurant quality
02 -
- The frappuccino melts faster than you think, so serve immediately and do not let it sit on the counter
- If your blender is struggling, add a splash more milk rather than forcing it and risking damage
03 -
- Scraping half a vanilla bean into the blender instead of extract creates those gorgeous specks and intense flavor
- Add a shot of espresso if you want to turn this into a coffee frappuccino