Description
Indulge in the creamy, sweet delight of this Caramel Vanilla Frappuccino! This homemade treat combines rich coffee, smooth milk, and luscious caramel, topped with whipped cream for an irresistible finish, making it the perfect refreshing beverage.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 cup milk (whole, skim, or your favorite non-dairy alternative)
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- 3 tablespoons caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Pinch of salt (optional, to enhance flavor)
Instructions
- Begin by brewing 1 cup of your favorite coffee. Allow it to cool to room temperature, or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
- In a blender, combine the cooled coffee, milk, ice cubes, caramel sauce, vanilla extract, and sugar. Add a pinch of salt if desired.
- Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 30-45 seconds. Adjust thickness with more milk if necessary.
- Taste and add more sugar if desired, blending again until sweetened to your liking.
- Drizzle caramel sauce inside a tall glass or mason jar. Pour the frappuccino into the glass, filling it about three-quarters full.
- Top with whipped cream and drizzle additional caramel sauce over the top. Optionally, sprinkle with sea salt.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use medium to dark roast coffee.
- Experiment with different types of milk for unique flavors.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes