Vanilla Bean Frappuccino Cold Brew (Print Version)

A creamy chilled coffee drink blending rich vanilla and cold brew ice cubes for a smooth texture.

# 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 - In a blender, combine milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla pudding mix, vanilla bean paste, regular ice cubes, and a pinch of salt.
03 - Add 6 to 8 cold brew ice cubes to the blender mixture.
04 - Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy in consistency.
05 - Taste and adjust sweetness or vanilla intensity as desired.
06 - Pour into two tall glasses and top generously with whipped cream.
07 - Drizzle with vanilla bean paste or grated chocolate if desired.
08 - Serve immediately with a straw.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich Texture: The addition of vanilla pudding mix creates a thick, professional consistency.
  • Strong Coffee Kick: Cold brew ice cubes provide caffeine without diluting the creamy base.
  • Fully Customizable: Easily adapt the recipe for dairy-free or vegan diets.
02 -
  • Adjust Strength: Control the coffee intensity by adding more or fewer cold brew ice cubes to the mix.
  • Fresh Vanilla: For the most intense flavor, use high-quality vanilla bean paste or fresh seeds scraped directly from a bean.
  • Make Ahead: Keep a batch of cold brew ice cubes in the freezer at all times for a quick frappuccino fix whenever the craving strikes.
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