Description
Starbucks’ Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino delivers a silky symphony of sweet caramel layers and crisp textures. Cool coffee enthusiasts can craft this luxurious beverage at home, blending indulgence with simple ingredients for a barista-worthy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240ml) milk
- ½ cup (120ml) brewed coffee or 1 shot of espresso, cooled
- 2 cups (240g) ice cubes
Sweeteners and Flavors:
- 3 tablespoons caramel sauce
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings:
- Whipped cream
- 2 tablespoons caramel sauce
- 2 tablespoons caramel crunch topping
Instructions
- Pour chilled coffee, milk, and vanilla extract into a high-powered blender, creating a smooth liquid base.
- Add ice cubes and caramel sauce, ensuring a balanced mixture of cold ingredients.
- Pulse the blender at high speed, transforming the liquid into a frothy and consistent texture.
- Process until the mixture becomes silky and completely integrated, with no visible ice chunks.
- Select a tall glass and drizzle additional caramel sauce along the interior walls for aesthetic presentation.
- Carefully pour the blended Frappuccino into the prepared glass, maintaining the caramel’s decorative streaks.
- Top the beverage with a generous swirl of whipped cream, allowing it to float elegantly on the surface.
- Finish by creating a crosshatch pattern of caramel sauce over the whipped cream, enhancing both visual appeal and flavor complexity.
- Serve immediately with a wide straw to fully enjoy the ribbons of caramel and creamy consistency.
Notes
- Swap dairy milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk for a vegan-friendly version that maintains the creamy texture.
- Reduce sugar content by using sugar-free caramel syrup or stevia for a lower-calorie alternative.
- Prep coffee in advance and chill thoroughly to ensure a more consistent, frosty consistency in the blended drink.
- Crush extra caramel-coated pecans or toffee bits for a crunchy topping that adds delightful texture and enhances the caramel flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 49g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg