McDonald’s Caramel Frappe
Ingredients
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee cooled
- 1 cup ice cubes
- ½ cup milk or milk alternative almond, oat, or soy milk
- ¼ cup caramel syrup plus extra for drizzling
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar or preferred sweetener
- ½ cup whipped cream for topping
- Optional: 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Brew a strong cup of coffee and allow it to cool to room temperature or chill in the fridge.
- In a blender, combine ice cubes, cooled coffee, milk, caramel syrup, sugar, and vanilla extract if using.
- Blend on high until smooth, frothy, and ice is fully crushed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or add more caramel if desired. For a thicker frappe, add a few more ice cubes and blend again.
- Pour into a tall glass and top with whipped cream.
- Drizzle extra caramel sauce over the whipped cream and garnish with optional sea salt or cocoa powder.
Notes
Use cold, strong coffee to prevent a watery frappe.
Full-fat milk gives a richer texture, while almond or oat milk makes it lighter.
Caramel syrup is key for authentic flavor; sugar-free options work for low sugar.
Blend ice last to control thickness.
Serve immediately for best texture; coffee base can be stored up to 24 hours in the fridge.