Starbucks Vanilla Bean Frappuccino (Printable)

Creamy vanilla bean blended beverage ready in minutes

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup whole milk or any milk of choice
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

# Directions:

01 - Combine milk, ice cubes, vanilla bean ice cream, sugar, and vanilla extract in a blender.
02 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy throughout.
03 - Taste the mixture and add additional sugar if desired for personal preference.
04 - Pour evenly into two tall glasses, top with whipped cream if using, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Saves money and tastes exactly like the coffee shop version
  • Ready in under five minutes with ingredients you already have
02 -
  • Start with less ice than you think, you can always add more for thickness
  • The ice cream matters more than you'd expect for that authentic taste
03 -
  • Use slightly softened ice cream for easier blending
  • Add protein powder after blending to avoid gritty texture

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