Starbucks Vanilla Bean Frappuccino (Printable Version)

Blend up a creamy vanilla beverage with rich vanilla bean flavor in minutes

# What You Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup whole milk
02 - 1 cup ice cubes

→ Flavor

03 - 3 tablespoons vanilla bean ice cream
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Topping

06 - Whipped cream, for serving (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Add milk, ice cubes, vanilla bean ice cream, sugar, and vanilla extract to blender
02 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy texture achieved
03 - Taste mixture and add additional sugar if desired sweetness level not reached
04 - Divide blended mixture evenly between two tall glasses
05 - Top each glass with whipped cream if desired and serve immediately

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You will save about five dollars per drink and never have to wait in another drive thru line again
  • The texture comes out perfectly silky every single time without any fancy equipment
02 -
  • Start with less sugar because the ice cream already adds sweetness and you can always add more
  • Work quickly once blended since the ice will start melting and change the texture
03 -
  • If your blender struggles add the milk first then the ice to help the blades catch
  • Use crushed ice if you want a smoother less icy texture

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