Vanilla Bean Frappuccino Cold Brew (Print View)

A smooth blend of vanilla and chilled cold brew ice cubes creates a creamy, refreshing coffeehouse-style beverage.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Cold Brew Ice Cubes

01 - 1 cup cold brew coffee, chilled

→ Frappuccino Base

02 - 1 cup whole milk or dairy-free alternative
03 - 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
04 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
05 - 2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding mix
06 - 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste or seeds from 1 vanilla bean
07 - 1 cup ice cubes
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Topping

09 - Whipped cream for serving
10 - Vanilla bean paste or grated chocolate for garnish, optional

# Method:

01 - Pour cold brew coffee into an ice cube tray and freeze for at least 4 hours until completely solid.
02 - In a blender, combine milk, heavy cream, sugar, instant vanilla pudding mix, vanilla bean paste, regular ice cubes, and salt.
03 - Add 6 to 8 cold brew ice cubes to the blender mixture.
04 - Blend on high speed until the mixture reaches a smooth and creamy texture.
05 - Taste the frappuccino and adjust sweetness or vanilla intensity as desired.
06 - Divide the blended mixture evenly between two tall glasses.
07 - Crown each glass generously with whipped cream and optionally drizzle with vanilla bean paste or grated chocolate.
08 - Serve immediately with a straw while the frappuccino maintains its chilled temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Cold brew ice cubes add bold coffee flavor without watering down your drink
  • Ready in just 10 minutes of active prep time
  • Costs a fraction of coffeehouse prices
  • Easily customizable to your taste preferences
  • Perfect balance of sweet vanilla and energizing coffee
  • Can be made dairy-free or vegan with simple substitutions
02 -
  • Make a large batch of cold brew ice cubes and store them in a freezer bag for quick frappuccinos all week
  • Use real vanilla bean paste instead of extract for the most authentic flavor
  • Blend on high speed for at least 30 seconds to achieve that signature smooth, creamy texture
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving to keep your drink colder longer
  • Adjust the number of cold brew ice cubes based on how strong you like your coffee flavor
  • For the thickest consistency, use full-fat dairy products and don't skimp on the pudding mix
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