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McDonald's Caramel Frappe

A creamy, coffee-flavored frappe topped with rich caramel sauce, reminiscent of the McDonald's classic.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Frappe Base
  • 2 cups ice Use crushed ice for a smoother texture.
  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee Chilled or at room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup milk Whole milk or your preferred milk alternative.
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce Store-bought or homemade.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla extract for best flavor.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup whipped cream Store-bought or homemade.
  • 2 tablespoons caramel sauce For drizzling on top.

Method
 

Prepare the Frappe
  1. In a blender, combine the ice, brewed coffee, milk, caramel sauce, sugar, and vanilla extract.
  2. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring the ice is fully crushed. This step is crucial for achieving the desired texture.
  3. Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more sugar.
Serve the Frappe
  1. Pour the frappe into tall glasses, filling them about three-quarters full.
  2. Top each glass with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
  3. Drizzle additional caramel sauce over the whipped cream for an extra touch of sweetness and presentation.
  4. Serve immediately with a straw or spoon, and enjoy your homemade caramel frappe!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For a stronger coffee flavor, use espresso instead of brewed coffee. You can also experiment with flavored syrups for a unique twist.

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