Vanilla Bean Frappuccino (Print version)
Creamy blended vanilla beverage with real vanilla bean, milk, and ice for a refreshing coffeehouse-style treat.
# Ingredient List:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup whole milk or milk of choice
02 - 1 cup ice cubes
03 - 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream
→ Flavor
04 - 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped or 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
→ Sweetener
05 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar or to taste
→ Topping
06 - Whipped cream for topping
# How To Make It:
01 - Add milk, ice cubes, vanilla ice cream, vanilla bean seeds or extract, and sugar to blender.
02 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, about 30-60 seconds.
03 - Taste and add more sugar if desired. Blend again briefly to incorporate.
04 - Pour into two tall glasses. Top with whipped cream if using. Serve immediately with straws.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Ready in five minutes flat, making it perfect for sudden afternoon cravings
- Costs a fraction of what youd pay at a coffee shop while tasting even better
02 -
- Blend immediately before serving or the ice will melt and youll lose that signature frappuccino texture
- Using real vanilla bean seeds creates those classic flecks and a deeper flavor profile than extract alone
03 -
- Buy vanilla beans in bulk online and store extras in the freezer to save money
- White chocolate chips blended into the mix create an incredibly rich mocha vanilla variation