Copy Cat Starbucks Frappuccino Recipe - Tammilee Tips (2024)

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John has developed a new love for Starbucks Frappuccinos. He loves coffee and has decided that these are his new favorite thing. I am not a fan of the $2.00+ price tag on them, so I decided to see if we could make a Copy Cat Starbucks Frappuccinoat home. I am really hoping that he will make this instead of picking up a $2.00 drink at the store. This is such an easy copy cat recipe to make at home. We had all of the ingredients in the pantry.

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CopyCat Starbucks Frappuccino

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I can't believe we first shared this Starbucks Frappuccino recipe in January of 2013! Dang!

Now that we are in 2018 our food photography has thankfully improved as has our equipment. Thank goodness! What was great five years ago would definitely not work today! With the growth of Pinterest and the evolution of blogging, there have been many changes to what we post and share.

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Thankfully we are still sharing our favorite recipes 9 years after we started this crazy website we had no idea was going to become what it is today.

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Ingredients in a Starbucks Frappuccino

  • Cold Espresso
  • Sugar
  • Low Fat Milk

Pectin - if you want a thicker texture

Recipe Notes

A few notes from trying this CopyCat Starbucks Frappuccinorecipe

Flavored coffee did not work well for this recipe. It was way too sweet

Splenda did not work with this recipe. It did not mix in and kind of floated through the drink

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CopyCat Starbucks Frappuccino

Save money by making this easy homemade Copy Cat Starbucks Frappuccino Recipe at home! So easy to make and a great copycat coffee drink and sweet treat!

5 from 1 vote

Print Rate

Prep Time: 6 minutes minutes

Total Time: 6 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 164kcal

Author: Tammilee Tips

Instructions

  • Pour everything into a pitcher and mix together

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

CopyCat Starbucks Frappuccino

Amount Per Serving

Calories 164Calories from Fat 18

% Daily Value*

Fat 2g3%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Cholesterol 7mg2%

Sodium 21mg1%

Potassium 244mg7%

Carbohydrates 35g12%

Sugar 34g38%

Protein 1g2%

Vitamin A 70IU1%

Vitamin C 0.2mg0%

Calcium 44mg4%

Iron 0.2mg1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Recipe originally shared on December 30, 2013. Updated January 2021.

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  1. Cindy

    Copy Cat Starbucks Frappuccino Recipe - Tammilee Tips (11)
    Wow what a nice recipe I usually try to follow a recipe through the first time around to give it a fair shot. I usually make a different Frappuccino recipe using instant coffee this time I brewed my own I brewed a bit more than the recipe called for. I’m glad I did I adjusted my preference I did add a bit of vanilla too. It’s a great recipe makes a lot for refills.

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  2. Dani

    This is sooo good! Thank you💙 So much better than spending $3 for a bottle. And I always have to get two. One for my oldest daughter and one for myself. I substituted hazelnut for the vanilla and even she loved it.💙💙

    • Tammilee

      Dani, I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe!

      Reply

  3. Brenda Gardner

    I make my own with splenda. Using Starbucks, yoohoo, our any glass bottle. I pour 4oz cold coffee, 6-7oz room temp water, 2 packets of splenda, and 2oz of French vanilla cold creamer. Shake it vigorously and refrigerate over night and it's ready the morning. I usually make 10 to 12 bottles at a time. I actually like mine better than Starbucks. To make it right now. I crush about half cup of ice and add previous ingredients to my ninja mixer.
    Mix and enjoy.

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  4. Rhoda Bailey

    Is the Vanilla Creamer liquid or powered?
    Thank you
    Rhoda

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  5. Naomi Harrington

    I seriously can't remember how much rum to add for the spiked version. Plus, it was two kinds of rum, it was a clear rum, and a dark rum. Please send me the details. (of course starting with the ten cup measurement of coffee, and all the other ingredients).

    Reply

  6. Heather Bree

    Powdered or liquid vanilla creamer?

    Reply

  7. Tim

    Where's the mocha?

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  8. super thirsty

    What do you add for the spiked version of this copy cat frapucchino recipe?

    Reply

  9. Connie

    How about making the vanilla ones

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  10. Fran Greer

    Thank you for sharing! My hubby loves this. I see in my future making this a lot.

    Reply

  11. Ruth Anne Cox

    I'm sorry- this may be obvious to some but are you using liquid or powdered coffee creamer in this recipe?

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  12. Fresh Ground Coffee in Chicago

    No lines and a lot cheaper coffee? Giddy up.

    Reply

  13. Manisha

    Very good and easy recipe!
    When I was about to try it out, I also added some chocolate sauce and it tasted absolutely amazing!
    Of course, there are many more (same) recipes out there on the internet but this was the best one I could find 🙂
    Here's a little tip for John: Make your own ice coffee like you described, pour it into the Starbucks bottle and tell John you 'already bought' his coffee. Indeed, Starbucks is expensive as hell..

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    • Tammilee

      Love the tip!

      Reply

  14. Makayla

    i love this recipe. The only difference I did was I added the sugar and brown sugar in the coffee while is was still hot and added some ice cubes. Then I added a little bit of Hersey's chocolate syrup. Really good recipe love it!

    Reply

  15. Connie

    I make my own Starbucks copycat also; I make my 4-c coffee, I use sweet and low and I use the International vanilla creamer. So pretty much the same as yours minus the brown sugar, but Hey, who doesn't love brown sugar?

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  16. Gail Becker

    Love your recipe. I did use Splenda,
    mixing it in when coffee was hot. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply

  17. Debbie

    Oh!! We're gonna try this one for sure!

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  18. Sarah

    This looks so bad for you, yet soooo tasty! I really want some now. I must try it!

    Reply

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Copy Cat Starbucks Frappuccino Recipe - Tammilee Tips (2024)

FAQs

What does Starbucks put in their Frappuccinos? ›

Ingredients. Ice, Milk, Coffee Frappuccino Syrup [Sugar, Water, Natural Flavor, Salt, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid], Coffee, Brewed Espresso.

What is the binder in a Frappuccino? ›

XANTHAN GUM

Like I mentioned above, we add Frappuccino base to all frappuccinos at Starbucks. You won't be able to buy it. This Frappuccino Base is added to bind the coffee, milk, and ice together, creating a smooth consistency and keeping it from separating. The good news is that xanthan gum does just that.

What is the thickening agent in a Frappuccino? ›

first you need Xanthan gum, just a flavorless powder you can get off of Amazon. it acts as a binding agent. to improve the texture of the frappe. and yes, they use this in their frappe mix at Starbucks.

How do I make the perfect consistency of a frappe? ›

Xanthan gum, a common food additive, is the key to getting that thick, satisfying consistency. I tried making a Frappuccino without xanthan gum and it came out too icy. The coffee also quickly separated from the ice.

What is the base in a Starbucks Frappuccino? ›

There is no secret its basically sugar, corn syrup, water, and some sort of flavoring. It helps the contents of the frappucino blend together and adds more flavor. Customers often complain of “water down” frapps or “flavorless” frapp when there isn't enough base.

What is the difference between frappé and Frappuccino? ›

A frappuccino is different from a frappé in that it either uses strong brewed coffee rather than instant or it doesn't include any at all, as is the case with the Starbucks' Creme Frappuccino line. While the two blended frozen coffee drinks — the frappé and frappuccino — sound similar, they can be quite different.

What is the powder in a Frappuccino? ›

There's a coffee based one (Sugar, Water, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Xanthan Gum (E415), Preservative: Potassium Sorbate (E202), Citric Acid (E330), Caramel Color (E150)) and a cream based one (Water, Sugar, Salt, Artificial Flavor, Xanthan Gum (E415), Preservative: Potassium Sorbate (E202), Citric Acid (E330).)

What is the stabilizer in Starbucks FRAP? ›

Xantham Gum (Optional)- Xantham gum can be found in the health food section of most grocery stores. This natural stabilizer makes this frappuccino a little bit more creamy and makes sure that all the ingredients blend well in the blender.

Why is my homemade frappe watery? ›

Too little ice and it will be extremely runny and liquid.

What can I use instead of xanthan gum in Frappuccino? ›

9 Substitutes for Xanthan Gum
  • Psyllium husk. Psyllium husk is made from the husks of Plantago ovata seeds and is sold ground for baking purposes. ...
  • Chia seeds and water. When soaked, chia seeds form a gel much like xanthan gum. ...
  • Ground flax seeds and water. ...
  • Cornstarch. ...
  • Unflavored gelatin. ...
  • Egg whites. ...
  • Agar agar. ...
  • Guar gum.
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How to get Frappuccino texture? ›

Milk is added to the coffee to make frappuccinos creamy. Most are made with dairy milk though alternative milks can be used. Ice is added to the mix to make frappuccinos cold and refreshing. Ice is essential to creating a slushy-like texture.

Can you use cornstarch to make a frappe? ›

A former barista recommended xanthan gum (sounds very food-science-y, but it's actually sold in a lot of baking aisles), but I used cornstarch, which is also a thickening agent, and it worked out fine. I used the All Recipes Caramel Frappuccino recipe, but with coffee ice cubes and a quarter teaspoon of cornstarch.

What are the ingredients in Starbucks Frappuccino? ›

Ice, Milk, Coffee Frappuccino Syrup [Sugar, Water, Natural Flavor, Salt, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid], Coffee.

What is the foam for frappé? ›

Add the instant coffee, sugar and water to a co*cktail shaker or jar with a lid and shake for 30 seconds or until foamy. If using a blender or a frother, the set on a lower speed for approximately 10 seconds to achieve the richest, creamiest foam.

What is cream base for frappé? ›

It is a pre-made, dairy-based mixture that adds a creamy and rich texture to drinks, enhancing their flavor and mouthfeel. This base is used in a variety of beverages, including frappuccinos, iced lattes, and other specialty drinks.

Does Starbucks put caffeine in their Frappuccinos? ›

Yes, many Starbucks Frappuccinos do contain caffeine, but the amount varies based on the type and size of the drink. Here's a general breakdown: 1. Coffee Frappuccinos: These are made with coffee and therefore contain caffeine.

Are Starbucks Frappuccinos made with ice cream? ›

Frappuccino is a line of blended iced coffee drinks sold by Starbucks. It may consist of coffee or crème base, blended with ice and ingredients such as flavored syrups and usually topped with whipped cream and or spices.

Do Starbucks Frappuccinos have real coffee? ›

Most Starbucks Frappuccinos don't contain coffee, and that means most Frappuccinos don't have much caffeine, if any. That's good news for those who are sensitive to caffeine or want a coffee-flavored drink that won't make them bounce off the walls.

What's in Starbucks bottled Frappuccino? ›

Starbucks® Bottled Vanilla Frappuccino®

The lowfat taste of coffee, real milk and vanilla is chilled to perfection. Do you a) guzzle it down, indulging in a wave of sweet vanilla richness? Or b) drink it gently, savoring each and every heavenly sip?

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