Description
This indulgent Caramel Frappuccino rivals your favorite coffeehouse version – rich, creamy, and perfectly sweetened with that signature caramel swirl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 heaping cup crushed ice (or cubed)
- 1½ cups premium vanilla ice cream
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon white chocolate powder
- Double shot espresso (2 fl oz)
- Caramel sauce (Torani recommended)
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Place your crushed ice and vanilla ice cream into a blender. (While cubed ice works, crushed ice will blend more quickly and maintain the optimal temperature.)
- In a separate mug, combine the granulated sugar and white chocolate powder.
- Pour your double shot of espresso (approximately 2 fl oz) directly over the sugar mixture and stir until completely dissolved. If you don’t have an espresso machine, combine 2 teaspoons of espresso powder with 2 oz of hot water as an excellent alternative.
- Add the sweetened espresso mixture to your blender with the ice and ice cream. Secure the lid firmly and blend at high speed for 20-30 seconds until completely smooth.
- Prepare your serving glass by drizzling caramel sauce in a decorative pattern along the inside walls.
- Pour the blended frappuccino into your prepared glass, top with a generous swirl of whipped cream, and finish with an additional drizzle of caramel sauce.
- Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy your coffee shop creation at home!
Notes
- Espresso alternative: If you don’t have an espresso machine, dissolve 2 teaspoons of espresso powder in 2 oz of hot water for similar results.
- Ice tip: Crushed ice creates the perfect texture faster than cubed ice, preventing the mixture from warming up during extended blending.
- Caramel enhancement: For the ultimate experience, be generous with the caramel sauce both inside the glass and as a finishing touch on top.
- Whipped cream substitute: If you don’t have canned whipped cream, make your own by whipping 1/2 cup heavy cream with 1 tablespoon powdered sugar and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Serving suggestion: For an extra-special presentation, dust the whipped cream with a pinch of cinnamon or cocoa powder.
Prep Time: 5 minutesTotal Time: 5 minutesServings: 1 (16 oz frappuccino)