John recently discovered a love for Starbucks Frappuccinos. As a coffee fan, he now calls them his favorite treat. I’m not thrilled about the $2+ price tag, so I decided to make a Copycat Starbucks Frappuccino at home. It’s simple, pantry-friendly, and I’m hoping he’ll choose this homemade version instead of grabbing an expensive drink from the store.
CopyCat Starbucks Frappuccino
I first published this Starbucks Frappuccino recipe in January 2013 — time flies! Since then our food photography and gear have improved a lot, which helps share recipes in a more appetizing way. Blogging and social platforms like Pinterest have changed how we create and present recipes, so we’ve updated photos and notes over the years.
We’re still sharing favorite recipes nine years after starting this site — often surprising ourselves with how far it’s come. If you enjoy copycat drinks, check out our Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino recipe as we head into fall season when pumpkin-flavored treats become everywhere.
Ingredients in a Starbucks Frappuccino
- Cold espresso or strong brewed coffee, chilled
- White sugar
- Low-fat milk
Pectin can be added if you want a thicker texture.
Recipe Notes
A few tips from testing this Copycat Starbucks Frappuccino:
Flavored coffee tended to make the drink overly sweet, so stick with plain espresso or strong coffee for best balance.
Granulated sugar dissolves well; artificial sweeteners like Splenda didn’t mix in as smoothly and sometimes floated in the drink.
More great copycat recipes
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Homemade Twinkies
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Carnival Cruise Mango Magic Cocktail
For additional copycat ideas, visit our Copy Cat Recipe section on the site. We also offer a wide range of dessert and CrockPot recipes if you love easy homemade favorites.
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CopyCat Starbucks Frappuccino
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Ingredients
- ½ Cup cold coffee Espresso
- 2 ½ Cup Low Fat Milk
- ¼ Cup White Sugar
Instructions
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Pour all ingredients into a pitcher and stir until the sugar dissolves. Serve over ice and enjoy.
Nutrition
Calories from Fat 18
Recipe originally shared on December 30, 2013. Updated January 2021.