I love Starbucks’ frozen drinks, and the Vanilla Bean Frappuccino is one of my top picks. It tastes like a creamy vanilla ice cream smoothie. While Starbucks can be pricey, this version is simple and inexpensive to make at home. With just four ingredients (one being ice), this copycat recipe comes together quickly and tastes remarkably similar to the iced vanilla bean frappe — and it contains no coffee, so it’s caffeine free.
These vanilla frappes are perfect for hot summer days when you want something cool and refreshing. The drink is silky and rich, with the unmistakable flavor of real vanilla bean.
I like to keep vanilla beans on hand because their flavor far surpasses artificial vanilla. I also use real vanilla beans in several other recipes.
- Homemade Vanilla Extract
- Vanilla Sugar Recipe
Other Frozen Drink Recipes
Frozen drinks are a great way to cool off during the summer. Try some of these other refreshing recipes for variety.
- Dulce de Leche Frappe
- Black Cherry Milkshake Smoothie
- Green Tea Milkshake
- Frozen Fruit Salad Smoothie
Vanilla Bean Frappe
Ingredients
- 3 cups ice cubes
- 1 cup 10% cream (half and half)
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 vanilla bean
Instructions
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Add ice cubes, cream and sugar to a blender or smoothie machine capable of crushing ice.
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Slice the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the inner seeds. Add the seeds to the blender.
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Blend until the ice is fully crushed and the mixture reaches a smooth, slushie consistency.
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Serve immediately, chilled.
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Nutrition
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