Vanilla Bean Frappuccino Cold (Print Version)

A creamy, refreshing blend featuring rich vanilla and icy cold brew for a flavorful twist.

# Components:

→ Cold Brew Ice Cubes

01 - 1 cup cold brew coffee, chilled

→ Frappuccino Base

02 - 1 cup whole milk or dairy-free alternative
03 - 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
04 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
05 - 2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding mix
06 - 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste or seeds from 1 vanilla bean
07 - 1 cup ice cubes
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Topping

09 - Whipped cream for serving
10 - Vanilla bean paste or grated chocolate for garnish, optional

# Directions:

01 - Pour cold brew coffee into an ice cube tray and freeze for at least 4 hours until completely solid
02 - Add milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla pudding mix, vanilla bean paste, ice cubes, and salt to blender
03 - Transfer 6 to 8 cold brew ice cubes from the tray into the blender
04 - Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy throughout
05 - Sample the mixture and adjust sweetness or vanilla intensity as preferred
06 - Pour blended mixture evenly into two tall glasses
07 - Crown generously with whipped cream and drizzle with vanilla bean paste or grated chocolate if desired
08 - Serve immediately with a straw for optimal texture and temperature

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes exactly like the expensive version but costs a fraction of the price, and you'll feel oddly proud every time you make it.
  • The vanilla hits differently when you use actual vanilla bean paste—flecks of real vanilla beans are visible, which somehow makes everything feel more luxurious.
  • Cold brew ice cubes mean the drink stays creamy and coffee-flavored instead of getting watered down as regular ice melts.
02 -
  • If you forget to freeze the cold brew ahead of time, the whole thing falls apart—regular ice just can't hold the coffee flavor strong enough against all that cream and vanilla.
  • The vanilla pudding mix might seem weird, but skip it and the drink turns thin and separated instead of that signature creamy, almost milkshake-like texture.
03 -
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for five minutes before pouring—this keeps the drink cold and thick for longer and just feels more professional.
  • Use actual vanilla bean paste instead of extract; the flavor difference is noticeable and worth seeking out, usually found near the baking aisle.
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