Who doesn’t love the taste of a frappuccino recipe? This Copycat Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino may be the best way to enjoy a delicious iced coffee drink.
Why this Frappuccino Recipe Works
I always joke that it’s the sugar in my coffee that gets me going way before the caffeine. I like my coffee sweet with a hint of coffee flavor. To be fair though I don’t drink coffee often, it’s normally a treat. You can recreate that famous taste at home with your own homemade frappuccino recipe.
Starbucks caramel drinks are the best. The caramel frappuccino has always been a popular drink at the famous coffee house. In fact, their website states that it’s “hands down” the most popular Starbucks Frappuccino recipe. And it’s easy to see why!
How to Make a Copycat Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino
You start with a coffee base, add in some caramel for flavoring, a bit of milk, some ice, blend the ingredients together well, and top with whipped cream. And more caramel on top of course. It’s easy to make at home and a perfect way to treat yourself without going through the drive-thru line. Here’s what you need:
- Cooled coffee
- Milk
- Caramel syrup
- Whipped Cream
- Caramel sauce
- Ice
Notes
- I suggest grabbing some caramel syrup to have on hand. It’s great in the caramel frappuccino, but also any coffee drink. Some people think it is sweetened condensed milk that makes this drink thick, but I think it is caramel syrup.
- This recipe does not contain any chocolate syrup either, but if you want to add some, feel free to add some chocolate syrup.
- You can also do a shot of espresso, instant espresso, instant coffee, cold brew coffee or use day old coffee like I did!
- If you want a lighter version you can use skim milk, or if you want to you can use almond milk or my new favorite cashew milk.
If you don’t have an espresso maker you may want to consider using instant espresso. Espresso is slightly different than coffee as the water is steamed through the coffee, so it is a little stronger than traditional drip coffee. Here is a brand of instant espresso that I like. Medaglia D’Oro Instant Espresso Coffee, 2 Oz
. You may also want to consider using a tool that Italians use to make espresso at home. The Bialetti Mocha pot is how Italians have been making espresso at home. These coffee pots are less than 30 dollars and make real Italian espresso. Bialetti Moka Express 3 Cup Espresso Maker 06799
is a great way to make espresso at home.
Love the Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino? Try more copycat Starbucks coffee recipes.
Starbucks Caramel Macchiato
Pumpkin Bread
Eggnog Latte
Banana Walnut Bread
Bacon Gouda Artisan Breakfast Sandwich
Dunkin Donuts Iced Coffee
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Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino Copycat
Ingredients
- 1 cup coffee cooled
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons caramel syrup
- 1-2 cups ice more ice if you want it less thick
- 2 tablespoons whipped cream
- 1 tablespoon caramel sauce for topping
Instructions
- Place the liquids (coffee and milk) in the blender first. Add the caramel syrup and then the ice. Blend until smooth. Drizzle caramel down your glass before you pour in the frappuccino. Top with whipped cream and caramel sauce. Enjoy!
Recipe Tips for the Cook
- I suggest grabbing some caramel syrup to have on hand. It’s great in the caramel frappuccino, but also any coffee drink. Some people think it is sweetened condensed milk that makes this drink thick, but I think it is caramel syrup.
- This recipe does not contain any chocolate syrup either, but if you want to add some, feel free to add some chocolate syrup.
- You can also do a shot of espresso, instant espresso, instant coffee, cold brew coffee or use day old coffee like I did!
- If you want a lighter version you can use skim milk, or if you want to you can use almond milk or my new favorite cashew milk.
Toni | Boulder Locavore says
November 6, 2018 at 3:15 amThis was SO good!! A new favorite drink in my house!
Job Stevens says
January 1, 2019 at 3:38 pmI added a shot of Bailey’s Irish cream. Great taste.
Jennifer Farley says
November 5, 2018 at 6:19 pmOne of my Starbucks favorites! So exciting making it at home!
Joanne says
November 5, 2018 at 4:46 pmThis is even better than the real thing.
Melissa Sperka says
November 5, 2018 at 12:52 pmMy absolute FAVORITE Starbucks drink!
Lori @ RecipeGirl says
November 5, 2018 at 11:24 amIt’s a perfect copycat!
Aysegul Sanford says
November 5, 2018 at 8:50 amI made this for my husband who LOVES caramel frappuchino and he thought this version was better.
This recipe was a win! Thank you.
Sandy @ RE says
November 5, 2018 at 8:20 amTried and true, I’ve always wanted to make this at home. So easy and delish!
Ben Rayl says
November 5, 2018 at 7:59 amThis is so great – I love making it at home!
Barbara Schieving says
November 5, 2018 at 6:23 amThis is my kind of coffee!
Liz says
November 5, 2018 at 4:57 amSO easy and such a delicious way to start the day!
Cynthia says
August 18, 2017 at 6:06 pmMy frappe came out exactly like the one I get at Starbucks! I have a fantastic blender (Vitamix brand) and I believe it had the biggest component to achieving the Starbucks quality. I used starbucks coffee , torini caramel, and reddi whip . I encourage everyone to get a quality blender because when your c h e a p and don’t get something that works you will have a hard time performing well in the kitchen.
Krys says
July 25, 2017 at 9:47 amStarbucks adds a Carmel flavor syrup to this drink. I always ask them to add a few extra pumps to mine. You can buy something like it at Walmart and I believe you can even buy the Starbucks brand. I would suggest adding that if you’d like a little extra flavor.
Geoff says
October 25, 2016 at 5:56 amWhere is the recipe? All ads and commentary… You forgot to include the actual recipe!
Stephanie says
October 25, 2016 at 7:05 amI am sorry, the recipe sometimes disappears. It’s a glitch.
Karen Smithe says
October 16, 2016 at 10:00 amMade exactly as stated. Taste NOTHING like Starbucks or Dunkin Donuts! Consistency and taste are way off!
Stephanie says
October 25, 2016 at 7:06 amWhat type of blender are you using?
Julie says
October 4, 2017 at 2:26 pmHad the same problem! Using a cuisenart blender
Kristi says
September 16, 2016 at 8:29 amHow does the ice not separate when blending? When I try doing this, the ice doesn’t blend too well. I heard that Starbucks uses some type of emulsifier ingredient and that’s what makes it blend well. What are your thoughts?
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Raelene says
April 1, 2016 at 2:54 pmThis looks delicious. Since milk and I don’t really get along, I am going to make this with almond milk. I am sure that it will taste just as good. Thank you for posting this recipe.
Stephanie says
April 17, 2016 at 7:06 amI hope that you enjoyed this drink!
Sheila says
January 1, 2016 at 5:07 amI just got a Ninja coffee bar which (would you believe it) can brew coffee for iced drinks! This would be a perfect treat to share with my next door neighbor!
Stephanie says
January 2, 2016 at 2:14 pmHow do you like your Ninja coffee bar?