Vanilla Bean Frappuccino: Starbucks Copycat Recipe

If you love coffee shop drinks but want to save money and make your own vanilla bean frappuccino at home, then you will want to try this Starbucks copycat recipe today! This vanilla frappuccino recipe will not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also provide a refreshing twist to your day.

❤️ Why you'll love it

Simple ingredients:  basically a vanilla milkshake, this recipe has only 3 ingredients!

copycat starbucks recipes: you can make this homemade vanilla bean frappuccino for a fraction of the cost!

Creamy cold drink: vanilla bean cream frappuccinos are the perfect yummy drinks for hot summer days.

🥘 Ingredients

Whole milk

Vanilla extract

Ice

Vanilla bean ice cream: I used Haagen-Dazs, but feel free to use your favorite vanilla ice cream brand.

Whipped cream for topping

Vanilla beans for topping , optional

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• ❤️ Why you'll love it
• 🥘 Ingredients
• 🔪 How To Make Vanilla Bean Frappuccino
• 🥄 Equipment
• 🥫Storage
• 📖 Variations
• 💭 Tips
• 📚 More Copycat Recipes
• 🍽 Serve with..
• 📖 Recipe
• 💬 Comments

🔪 How To Make Vanilla Bean Frappuccino

1. Place milk and vanilla extract in a heavy duty blender.
2. Add the ice and then add ½ pint of the vanilla bean ice cream.
3. Blend on high speed until ice is completely crushed and the frappuccino mixture is blended smoothly. 
4. Pour the Frappuccino into the tall glasses and top with whipped cream. Sprinkle with vanilla bean pieces if desired.

🥄 Equipment

High-powered blender: you want a good blender that will blend ice effortlessly.

Measuring cups and spoons

Tall glasses for serving

🥫Storage

For the best results, consume this creamy vanilla drink when it is made. Storing leftover frappuccino in the fridge is not recommended.

📖 Variations

Mocha Twist: Add a tablespoon of chocolate syrup and a shot of espresso cocoa delightful mocha flavor.

Caramel frappuccinos: Use caramel extract, add a swirl of caramel sauce to the inside of the glass and drizzle whipped topping with extra caramel sauce.

Strawberry Frappuccino: Add a few fresh strawberries and a splash of strawberry syrup to the blender before mixing.

Frappuccino Skinny version: Use a low carb, sugar free vanilla ice cream and almond milk for a keto friendly drink.

💭 Tips

Intensify vanilla flavor: for a more intense vanilla flavor, use vanilla bean paste in place of the vanilla extract.

Flavored extracts: swap out the vanilla extract for almond extract

​Adjust sweetness: if you like a sweeter drink, add ½ to 1 tablespoon of simple syrup to the frappuccino 

Experiment with different milk options, such as almond milk or oat milk, for a unique twist.

📚 More Copycat Recipes

​The whole family will love these Starbucks Copycat Cranberry Bliss Bars.

Try making your own homemade vanilla bean ice cream for this recipe!

Avocado Wontons with Tamarind Cashew Sauce are a bite sized copycat version of Cheesecake Factory Egg Rolls.

Cajun Chicken Pasta is a copycat recipe for a Chilis favorite pasta dish.

This Salted Caramel Mocha Latte is another Starbuck's copycat favorite.

Try this boozy Peach Milkshake!

🍽 Serve with..

Garnish your Vanilla Bean Frappuccino with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of vanilla bean pieces if desired. Pair it with a buttery pastry or a slice of cake for the ultimate indulgent treat.

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