Copycat Vanilla Bean Frappuccino (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
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1 cup ice cubes, preferably crushed
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1½ cups cold milk (whole milk works best for creaminess)
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3 scoops vanilla ice cream (about ¾ cup)
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1 teaspoon granulated sugar or sweetener of choice
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⅛ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Topping
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Whipped cream for garnish
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Sprinkle of vanilla bean powder or sugar for garnish (optional)
# Instructions:
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Make sure your blender is clean and ready to use. If you have the option, the "crush ice" or "smoothie" setting works well for frappuccinos, but a regular blend setting will work too.
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Add the crushed ice, cold milk, vanilla ice cream, sugar, and vanilla extract to your blender. If your ice isn't pre-crushed, you might want to pulse it a few times before adding the other ingredients to help achieve a smoother blend.
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Blend on high speed for about 30-60 seconds, or until the mixture is completely smooth and has a slushy consistency. There should be no visible ice chunks remaining. If the mixture seems too thick, add a splash more milk; if it's too thin, add a bit more ice and blend again.
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Pour the frappuccino immediately into two tall glasses. The mixture will start to separate if left sitting too long, so serve right away for the best texture and presentation.
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Top each glass with a generous swirl of whipped cream. For an extra touch, add a light sprinkle of vanilla bean powder, regular sugar, or cinnamon on top of the whipped cream.
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Serve with a straw and enjoy your homemade Vanilla Bean Frappuccino while it's still perfectly blended and cold. For the full coffee shop experience, pair it with a cookie or pastry!
# Notes:
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This homemade version costs a fraction of the coffee shop price - approximately $1-2 per serving versus $4-6 at Starbucks.
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For a more authentic vanilla bean flavor, substitute the vanilla extract with ¼ teaspoon of vanilla bean paste or the seeds scraped from half a vanilla bean pod.
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Try adding fresh or frozen fruits like strawberries or blueberries, a tablespoon of chocolate syrup, or a teaspoon of different extracts like almond or coconut for exciting flavor variations.