Starbucks Vanilla Bean Frappuccino (Print Version)

Creamy blended vanilla beverage with ice cream base and whipped topping ready in 5 minutes.

# What You 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)

# How To Make:

01 - Add milk, ice cubes, vanilla bean ice cream, sugar, and vanilla extract to blender container.
02 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 1-2 minutes.
03 - Taste mixture and add additional sugar if needed, blending briefly to incorporate.
04 - Divide evenly between two tall glasses, top with whipped cream if desired, and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • You will save roughly five dollars per drink and customize the sweetness exactly how your family likes it
  • The whole process takes under five minutes from cabinet to cup, perfect for unexpected guests or cranky kids
02 -
  • Blend immediately before serving because ice melts fast and turns the texture watery
  • Over-blending can make the mixture too thin and frothy instead of thick and creamy
03 -
  • Add a shot of cooled espresso for an adult version that wakes you up on Monday mornings
  • Scrape actual vanilla bean seeds into the mixture if you want to impress someone special

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