Iced Vanilla Bean Frappuccino (Printable version)

Refreshing vanilla bean coffee blended with creamy coconut whipped topping.

# What you need:

→ Frappuccino

01 - 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
03 - 1.5 cups ice cubes
04 - 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
05 - 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped or 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Coconut Whipped Cream

07 - 1 can (13.5 ounces) full-fat coconut milk, chilled overnight
08 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
09 - 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Optional Garnish

10 - Extra vanilla bean seeds or ground cinnamon

# Steps to follow:

01 - Open the chilled can of coconut milk and scoop out the solidified cream into a mixing bowl. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Whip with a hand mixer until light and fluffy. Refrigerate until ready to use.
02 - In a blender, combine cooled coffee, almond milk, ice cubes, maple syrup, vanilla bean seeds or extract, and sea salt. Blend on high speed until smooth and frothy.
03 - Divide the frappuccino evenly between two glasses. Top generously with coconut whipped cream and garnish with vanilla bean seeds or cinnamon if desired.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with minimal equipment
  • Completely dairy-free and vegan-friendly with naturally sweet maple syrup
  • Features real vanilla bean for authentic coffeehouse flavor
  • Homemade coconut whipped cream adds a luxurious, guilt-free topping
  • Customizable sweetness and milk options to suit your taste
02 -
  • Use cold brew concentrate instead of regular coffee for a smoother, less acidic flavor
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving to keep the drink colder longer
  • For the fluffiest coconut whipped cream, chill your mixing bowl and beaters along with the coconut milk
  • Blend the frappuccino in short pulses first to break down the ice, then blend continuously for a smooth texture
  • Make a large batch of the frappuccino base and store in ice cube trays—just blend frozen cubes with a splash of milk for instant frappuccinos
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