Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup ice
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (add 1/2-1 tbsp more if you want it sweeter after tasting)
- 1/4 tsp xanthan gum
- 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste
Topping (Optional)
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Blend the ingredients: Add the whole milk, ice, granulated sugar, xanthan gum, and vanilla bean paste into a blender. Blend the mixture until it becomes creamy and smooth. Depending on your blender’s power, this may take between 60 seconds to 3 minutes.
- Adjust sweetness: Taste your frappuccino. If you prefer a sweeter drink, add 1/2 to 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar more and blend again briefly to combine.
- Serve and top: Pour the blended vanilla bean frappuccino into a glass. Optionally, top with whipped cream to enhance the flavor and presentation. Enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Xanthan gum helps to thicken and stabilize the frappuccino, giving it a creamy texture without using ice cream.
- Adjust the sweetness after blending to suit your taste.
- Vanilla bean paste provides a rich vanilla flavor and speckled appearance without needing vanilla extract.
- Use whole milk for the creamiest texture; substitutions with lower-fat milk will produce a lighter drink.
- Whipped cream topping is optional but adds a nice touch of indulgence.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American