Iced Vanilla Bean Frappuccino (Printer-friendly)

A creamy iced vanilla drink with toasted coconut foam for a refreshing summer treat.

# What You Need:

→ Frappuccino Base

01 - 1 cup whole milk or dairy-free alternative
02 - 1 cup strong brewed coffee, chilled
03 - 2 tablespoons vanilla syrup
04 - 1/2 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped, or 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
05 - 2 cups ice cubes

→ Toasted Coconut Foam

06 - 1/2 cup barista-style coconut milk
07 - 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
08 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut

→ Topping

10 - Whipped cream, optional
11 - Extra toasted coconut, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Toast the shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant, approximately 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool.
02 - Combine milk, chilled coffee, vanilla syrup, vanilla bean seeds or paste, and ice in a blender. Blend until smooth and frothy.
03 - Divide the blended frappuccino evenly between two tall glasses.
04 - In a separate bowl, froth the coconut milk with powdered sugar and vanilla extract using a milk frother or handheld whisk until thick and foamy.
05 - Gently fold 1 tablespoon of the toasted coconut into the foam.
06 - Spoon the toasted coconut foam over each frappuccino.
07 - Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of remaining toasted coconut if desired. Serve immediately.

# Cooking Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes with minimal effort
  • Uses real vanilla bean for authentic, flecked flavor
  • The toasted coconut foam adds a gourmet touch that rivals any coffee shop
  • Easily customizable to suit dietary preferences and taste preferences
  • Perfect balance of sweet, creamy, and refreshing
02 -
  • Freeze coffee in ice cube trays to use instead of regular ice—this prevents dilution as the frappuccino sits
  • Toast extra coconut and store it in an airtight container for quick garnishing throughout the week
  • Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more or less vanilla syrup based on your preference
  • For the best foam texture, ensure your coconut milk is cold before frothing
  • Blend the frappuccino base in short pulses first, then continuously, to achieve the perfect slushy consistency without over-blending
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