Description
A creamy and refreshing Vanilla Bean Frappuccino made without ice cream, blending whole milk, ice, vanilla bean paste, and a touch of sugar for a frosty coffeehouse-style treat topped with optional whipped cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Frappuccino Base
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup ice
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (add 1/2–1 tbsp more if you want it sweeter)
- 1/4 tsp xanthan gum
- 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste
Topping
- Whipped cream (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the whole milk, ice, granulated sugar, xanthan gum, and vanilla bean paste to a blender. Ensure all ingredients are added before blending to achieve a smooth consistency.
- Blend Until Creamy: Blend the mixture for 60 seconds to 3 minutes, depending on your blender’s strength, until it reaches a thick, creamy frappuccino texture. Pause to taste.
- Adjust Sweetness: If you desire a sweeter drink, add an additional 1/2 to 1 tablespoon of sugar and blend again until fully incorporated.
- Serve with Topping: Pour the frappuccino into a glass and optionally top with whipped cream for added richness and presentation. Enjoy immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of sugar based on your sweetness preference.
- Using vanilla bean paste gives a richer vanilla flavor compared to vanilla extract.
- Xanthan gum helps thicken and stabilize the frappuccino texture without ice cream.
- This recipe requires a strong blender for best results to achieve a creamy texture.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk but note the flavor and texture changes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Vanilla Bean Frappuccino, No Ice Cream, Homemade Frappuccino, Vanilla Coffee Drink, Blended Beverage
