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Creamy vanilla bean frappuccino topped with whipped cream, blended with vanilla simple syrup and a pinch of sea salt.

Creamy Vanilla Bean Frappuccino

Rebecca Blumer
Experience the ultimate coffee shop treat at home with this creamy vanilla bean frappuccino. Featuring real vanilla caviar and a silky, non-separating texture, it is the perfect frosty indulgence.
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Prep Time 6 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 serving
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • High-Speed Blender
  • Small sharp knife

Ingredients
 

  • 1 cup Ice
  • 1 cup Milk or non dairy alternative
  • 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar
  • 2 Vanilla Beans
  • 1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • Whipped Cream for topping

Instructions
 

Build the Blender Base

  • Add the ice to your blender container first, then pour in the milk or non-dairy alternative. This helps the blades catch the liquid immediately for a more even breakdown of the ice.
  • Add the sugar to the mixture. If you want a more stable drink, you can also add a tiny pinch of sea salt and an optional 1/8 teaspoon of xanthan gum at this stage.

Add the Vanilla

  • Carefully split the two vanilla beans lengthwise with a small knife. Scrape out the seeds and add the vanilla caviar directly into the blender.
  • Pour in the vanilla extract to complement the fresh beans and deepen the overall flavor profile.

Blend Until Thick and Smooth

  • Secure the lid and blend on the high speed or Frozen Drink setting for approximately 1 minute. The mixture should be thick, pale, and completely smooth with no ice chunks.

Pour and Finish

  • Slowly pour the frappuccino into a chilled serving glass. Top with a generous cloud of whipped cream and serve immediately while the texture is at its peak.

Notes

Texture Tip: Use a tiny pinch of xanthan gum or a small scoop of vanilla ice cream to act as an emulsifier. This prevents the milk and ice from separating into layers.
Chilled Glass: Place your serving glass in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving. A cold glass keeps the frappuccino thick and frosty for much longer.
Vanilla Substitution: If you do not have whole beans, 1 tablespoon of vanilla bean paste is an excellent 1:1 substitute that still provides those classic vanilla specks.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 1gSugar: 40gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg
Keyword frozen drink, Starbucks copycat, vanilla bean frappuccino
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