Description
This homemade Vanilla Bean Frappuccino is a creamy, refreshing coffeehouse-style beverage that you can easily make at home. Featuring the rich flavors of vanilla bean ice cream and fresh vanilla extract, blended with milk and ice, this indulgent treat is perfect for a quick pick-me-up or a delightful dessert drink.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Ice
- 1 1/2 cups Milk
- 3 scoops Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1/8 tsp Vanilla Extract
Optional Topping
- Whipped Cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients before beginning. For best results, freeze milk in an ice cube tray ahead of time to create frozen milk cubes. This step will help prevent your Frappuccino from becoming watery during blending.
- Combine Ingredients in the Blender: Add the milk first into the blender, followed by the sugar and vanilla extract. Next, add the vanilla bean ice cream. Finally, top it off with ice or the frozen milk cubes for the ideal blended texture.
- Blend to Perfection: Secure the blender lid tightly and blend the mixture on high speed for 30 to 45 seconds. Blend until the Frappuccino is completely smooth and creamy with no icy chunks. Using a high-powered blender, like a Vitamix, will yield the best consistency.
- Serve Immediately: Pour your freshly blended Vanilla Bean Frappuccino into a tall chilled glass. Optionally, add whipped cream as a topping and serve with a straw to enjoy your refreshing homemade drink right away.
Notes
- Freezing milk into cubes ahead of time improves the texture and prevents dilution.
- You can adjust the amount of sugar depending on your sweetness preference.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute milk and ice cream with plant-based alternatives.
- Use a high-quality vanilla bean ice cream for the best flavor.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the optimal creamy and cold texture.
