Description
Learn how to make a perfect, creamy, and refreshing Strawberry Frappuccino at home with fresh strawberries, creamy milk, and a touch of sweetness. This easy recipe creates a velvety cold beverage that’s ideal for cooling down or enjoying a fruity treat any time of day. Customize sweetness, dairy options, or add coffee for a personalized favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh ripe strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1 cup milk (whole, skim, or dairy alternative)
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons sugar or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream (dairy or dairy-free, optional)
- Fresh strawberry slice for garnish
- Freeze-dried strawberry powder for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash the strawberries thoroughly, then hull and chop them into smaller pieces to ensure smooth blending and to release more natural juices for optimal flavor and color.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the chopped strawberries, milk, sugar or simple syrup, vanilla extract, and ice cubes into your blender. Using fresh ingredients ensures a bright and vibrant frappuccino every time.
- Blend Until Smooth: Pulse and blend on high speed for about 30 to 60 seconds until the mixture is creamy and smooth with no ice chunks. Avoid over-blending to keep the frappuccino thick and frosty.
- Taste and Adjust: Give your Strawberry Frappuccino a quick taste test. Add more sweetness or a splash more milk if needed, then give it one last quick blend to mix thoroughly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Pour the frappuccino into your favorite glass, top with whipped cream if desired, and garnish with a fresh strawberry slice for a picture-perfect finish.
Notes
- Use frozen strawberries if fresh ones are out of season to make a naturally chilled and thicker drink.
- Blend just enough to combine ingredients smoothly to maintain a thick texture.
- Start with less sugar and gradually add for perfect sweetness balance without overpowering the fruit.
- Adjust the amount of ice depending on how thick or icy you prefer your frappuccino.
- Chill your serving glass in the freezer for extra refreshment before pouring the drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Strawberry frappuccino, homemade frappuccino, strawberry drink, creamy frappuccino, cold beverage, refreshing drink, dairy-free frappuccino option
