Copycat Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino
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4.7
Copycat Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino
Description
The recipe starts by combining strong, cooled coffee with half-and-half to provide a rich base. Caramel sauce and granulated sugar add sweetness and caramel flavor, while vanilla extract adds aromatic brightness. Xanthan gum is included to help achieve the creamy and smooth consistency typical of frappuccinos by thickening the blended mixture without affecting flavor. Ice cubes are blended with the liquid ingredients until smooth and frothy.
After blending, the drink is poured into a glass and topped with whipped cream and extra caramel sauce for visual appeal and additional sweetness. This creates a balance between bold coffee notes and sweet caramel in a chilled, dessert-style beverage.
The simplicity of the ingredients and blend method allows recreation of the popular coffeehouse drink at home, controlling sweetness and coffee intensity to taste. The use of half-and-half provides a creamy richness without heavy cream's density.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups ice cubes
- 1 ½ cups coffee cooled, strong
- 1 cup half-and-half
- ⅓ cup caramel sauce plus more for garnish
- 1 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon xanthan gum
- Whipped Cream for garnish
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender. Cover and blend until smooth.
- Pour into a glass and top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 3frappuccinos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 239 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1frappuccino | |
| Calories | 239kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 205mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 210mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 30g | 60% |
| Vitamin A | 388IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 123mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.