Vanilla Bean Frappuccino (No Ice Cream) Recipe
A creamy and refreshing Vanilla Bean Frappuccino made without any ice cream, perfectly sweetened and blended to smooth perfection. This easy homemade version uses simple ingredients and a blender for a delightful coffeehouse-style treat at home.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Frappuccino Base
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup ice
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (add 1/2–1 tbsp more if you want it sweeter after tasting)
- 1/4 tsp xanthan gum
- 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste
Topping (Optional)
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients. Add the whole milk, ice, granulated sugar, xanthan gum, and vanilla bean paste to a blender.
- Blend Until Creamy. Blend the mixture on high speed until it reaches a smooth, creamy consistency. The blending time may range from 60 seconds to 3 minutes depending on your blender’s strength.
- Taste and Adjust Sweetness. Sample the frappuccino and if desired, add an additional 1/2 to 1 tablespoon of sugar for extra sweetness. Blend again briefly to incorporate.
- Serve and Garnish. Pour the frappuccino into glasses, top with whipped cream if using, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Xanthan gum helps to thicken and stabilize the frappuccino, giving it a creamy texture without ice cream.
- You can adjust the amount of sugar based on your preferred sweetness level.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk.
- Use high-quality vanilla bean paste for the best flavor.
- Ensure your blender is strong enough to crush the ice thoroughly for the best texture.
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