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Whip up your own mocha frappe at home and enjoy a dreamy café-style sip whenever you want. All you need is a blender, a few basics from your pantry, and a few minutes of your time. No fancy gadgets to buy, and the taste is bold and super fresh.
After one too many pricey café visits last summer, I finally tried these at home. Now my husband wants them every weekend and we keep trying new toppings together.
Dreamy Ingredients
- Whipped cream for topping: Adds that little touch that turns your drink into a treat
- Chocolate syrup: Brings all the sweet chocolaty flavor Pick a good cocoa version or melt your own chocolate for more oomph
- Milk: Blends with the cream and helps make those perfect frozen cubes
- Heavy cream: Makes the drink super creamy like one you’d grab at your favorite café
- Strong cold brew coffee: Really bold coffee gives you that punchy flavor even with cream and milk mixed in
Tips You’ll Want
- Go with fresh cream and make sure your cold brew is strong That’s what makes each sip taste amazing
Easy Instructions
- Serve it up:
- Pour your frappe into a big glass If you love going over the top, pile on whipped cream and drizzle on more syrup for looks
- Blend everything up:
- Toss your chocolatey cream into the blender with the last half-cup of your coffee and the frozen coffee-milk cubes Use high speed until it’s super thick and icy Scrape down the blender if you need to for a smooth mix
- Mix the chocolate with the cream:
- Stir together chocolate syrup and heavy cream until it’s all smooth and blended No chunks or streaks—you want a rich base
- Get your coffee cubes ready:
- Stir together half a cup of cold brew and half a cup of milk Pour the mix into an ice tray Let it freeze at least an hour so it’s totally solid and keeps your drink cold without getting watery
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Heavy cream is my cheat code It turns everything into a milkshake and makes the coffee taste rich I remember making a batch with my sister before an outdoor movie and we both agreed it was way better than what we could buy in town Not bad for hardly any cost.
Leftover Storage
Got extra frappe Keep it in a sealed jar in the freezer When you’re ready, let it soften a bit and either blend again or give it a good stir Extra coffee cubes? Just freeze and use whenever you’re craving another one
What to Swap In
- Without heavy cream Half and half or just milk will make it a bit lighter but still tasty
- Out of cold brew Chill leftover hot coffee fast in the fridge and you’re good
- Missing chocolate syrup Melt some chocolate chips with a splash of milk, stir till smooth, and use that instead
Serving Suggestions
Get creative Add sprinkles, cocoa dust, chocolate curls, or even a bit of cinnamon on top For parties serve in icy glasses with straws and extra cream for fun
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Mocha Frappe Origins
This yummy shake pulls from US iced coffee traditions with a sprinkle of European café charm The word itself ties together mocha beans and the Greek ‘frappe’ which means shaken up and cold
Common Recipe Questions
- → What's the best way to pump up the coffee taste?
Try adding a shot of strong espresso or use an extra bold cold brew. Your drink will come out way more intense.
- → Can I swap out whole milk for something else?
Totally, use any milk you like, from oat to almond. Go with whatever fits your vibe or diet.
- → Do I have to use heavy cream?
No worries if you don't have it—just switch in half-and-half or add extra milk, but it’ll be lighter and not as rich.
- → Any tips for making it less sugary?
Go for unsweetened cocoa powder mixed with agave or maple syrup instead of the bottled chocolate stuff.
- → How do I get it extra smooth?
Let your blender run until everything's velvety and make sure the coffee-milk cubes are super frozen first!