Vanilla Bean Frappuccino (Printable View)
Smooth vanilla bean blended drink with creamy texture and refreshing frosty finish for easy enjoyment.
# Ingredient List:
→ Dairy
01 - 1 cup whole milk or oat or almond milk
02 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
→ Sweeteners & Flavor
03 - 3 tbsp granulated sugar
04 - 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped or 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
→ Ice
05 - 2 cups ice cubes
→ Toppings
06 - Whipped cream, optional
07 - White chocolate shavings, optional
# How to Make It:
01 - Combine milk, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla bean seeds or vanilla extract in a blender container.
02 - Add ice cubes and blend on high speed until completely smooth and frothy, approximately 45-60 seconds.
03 - Taste the blended mixture and adjust sweetness or vanilla intensity as desired. Blend briefly to incorporate any additions.
04 - Pour the frappuccino evenly into two tall glasses. Top with whipped cream and white chocolate shavings if using. Serve immediately while frosty.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- You can skip the six dollar coffeehouse price tag and customize everything about it
- Real vanilla bean makes it taste infinitely more expensive than it actually is
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- If you skip the heavy cream, you will not get that frothy texture that makes it feel like a coffeehouse drink
- Vanilla extract works in a pinch but bean paste gives you those beautiful specks throughout
03 -
- Freeze your glasses for 15 minutes before serving for extra frost factor
- If you want it extra thick, replace some ice with frozen banana slices