Homemade Caramel Frappuccino
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4.3
Homemade Caramel Frappuccino
Description
Homemade Caramel Frappuccino uses brewed strong coffee chilled in advance and mixed with almond milk for a dairy-free base. The ice cubes create a thick, frosty texture when blended with the sweetener and vanilla extract. The whipped topping and sugar-free caramel sauce add a touch of richness without added sugar. Adjusting ingredients after blending helps balance the flavor and texture to your preference. This drink is best served immediately for optimal frothiness and chill.
The simplicity of blending common pantry ingredients makes this a convenient homemade version of the coffeehouse favorite. Using sugar-free sweetener and caramel sauce allows for lower sugar consumption while still enjoying the caramel notes. The optional vanilla extract enhances aroma and flavor depth.
To store leftovers, pour un-garnished portions into a freezer-safe container and freeze. Let the frozen frappuccino thaw for about 30 minutes at room temperature or for one minute in the microwave to soften before serving again, ensuring good texture retention even after freezing.
Ingredients
- 3 cups ice cubes 3 big handfuls of cubed ice, not crushed ice
- 1 cup coffee previously brewed and chilled, cold, strong
- ½ cup almond milk or your favorite milk, unsweetened vanilla
- sugar-free sweetener white stevia powder, liquid vanilla stevia drops, Splenda, or your favorite, to taste
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- 2 tablespoons whipped topping for garnishing, fat free
- 1 tablespoon caramel sauce for garnishing, sugarfree
Instructions
- Combine first 5 ingredients in the canister of a blender and blend until smooth, creamy, fluffy, frothy, and combined, less than 1 minute.
- Taste, and if necessary, adjust with a splash more coffee, milk, dash of sweetener, or a few ice cubes.
- Garnish with whipped topping and caramel sauce. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Freeze extra un-garnished frappuccino in a freezer-safe mug for later; thaw at room temperature or briefly microwave before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 57 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 57kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 45mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.3
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