Frappuccino basic recipe

Ingredients for 1 servings:

• 120 ml espresso (caffé lungo)
• 100 ml milk (fat content as desired)
• 12 ice cubes
• 1 pinch of pectin
• n. B. syrup, cane sugar or other additives, see below

Instructions

Working time approx. 10 minutes; Total time approx. 10 minutes

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Since I’m not the only one who wants to make delicious Frappuccinos at home—which, unfortunately, can be very expensive due to the addictive nature of the drink—I’d like to share my experiences here. I’ve tried several recipes from the internet; many claimed to have the “original Starbucks” recipe, but none of them matched the original. I, too, have only managed to get an approximation, as many factors certainly play a role: not just quantities, but also the selection and quality of ingredients and kitchen equipment (unfortunately, I don’t have a Blendtec blender at home, and I suspect many others don’t either!). The basis, of course, is the coffee. I use a lungo (a longer-roasted espresso), but you’ll certainly also get very strong filter coffee, espresso doble, or some instant coffee—whatever you have! Pour the coffee and milk into the blender. The amount of milk varies according to taste; I usually use significantly less than 100 ml; it’s a matter of trial and error! Add a pinch of pectin (for a creamier consistency), or more if you like, as well as any flavorings. Blend briefly. Additions: There are no limits to your imagination or taste. I like a Caramel Frappuccino, so I add caramel syrup (usually Monin). If you want a Coffee Frappuccino, just use brown cane sugar. There are thick chocolate sauces (e.g., also from Monin), which, combined with dark cocoa powder, make a delicious Moccacinno. If you like Java chips, you could take a few pieces of crisp, dark chocolate (I estimate 60-70% cocoa content) and chop them up a bit with a knife beforehand. Macadamia syrup is also great—just experiment! Simply blend this base liquid briefly for 15 seconds. Then add the ice cubes (assuming you have a suitable blender—but without a blender, you’ll probably never make a Frappuccino) and blend again. During this stage, it’s crucial not to set the power level too low, otherwise you’ll only get a bit of foam on top, but not the creamy, icy Frappuccino consistency. So turn the blender up to high and blend for 45-60 seconds. Pour into a glass and enjoy with a large straw!