Iced Vanilla Bean Frappuccino (Printable)

A creamy blend of vanilla bean, milk, ice, and caramel drizzle for a refreshing coffee experience.

# What You'll Need:

→ Frappuccino Base

01 - 1 cup whole milk
02 - 1 cup ice cubes
03 - 1/2 cup vanilla bean ice cream
04 - 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
05 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste

→ Toppings

07 - 1/2 cup whipped cream
08 - 2 tablespoons caramel sauce

# How To Make It:

01 - In a blender, combine milk, ice, vanilla bean ice cream, instant coffee granules, sugar, and vanilla bean paste.
02 - Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
03 - Taste and adjust sweetness or add more ice for a thicker texture as desired.
04 - Pour the frappuccino into two tall glasses.
05 - Top each glass with whipped cream and generously drizzle with caramel sauce.
06 - Serve immediately with a straw.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required
  • Features real vanilla bean for authentic, aromatic flavor
  • Completely customizable—make it caffeinated or caffeine-free, dairy or dairy-free
  • Uses simple ingredients you likely already have on hand
  • Perfect for hot summer days or whenever you crave a sweet, blended treat
02 -
  • Use real vanilla bean paste or scraped vanilla beans for the most authentic flavor—imitation vanilla just doesn't compare
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving to keep your frappuccino cold longer
  • Blend on high speed for at least 30 seconds to ensure a completely smooth texture with no ice chunks
  • Make your own whipped cream with heavy cream and a touch of vanilla for an even more indulgent topping
  • Double the recipe and freeze extra portions in ice cube trays—blend them later for an instant frappuccino base
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