Frozen coffee – easy homemade recipe!

With the thermometer rising, there’s nothing quite like a frosty beverage to beat the heat. But what if that frosty drink could also satisfy your coffee craving? Enter the refreshing world of frozen coffee. If you’ve never tried one before, wow, are you in for a frappe treat!

What Is Frozen Coffee?

Freezing coffee, often referred to as a frappe coffee, is essentially your favorite coffee turned into a creamy, icy treat. It’s a blend of cold coffee, milk, and sugar, whipped up with ice until it’s perfectly frothy. Think of it as a coffee milkshake. Sounds irresistible, right?

The Taste of Frozen Coffee

Imagine your favorite hot coffee but with a cool twist. Frappe delivers the rich, robust flavors of coffee in a smooth, cold, and slightly sweet form. Every sip is a delightful blend of creaminess and iciness that leaves you refreshed and energized.

How to Make a Frozen Coffee

Equipment

• Blender
• Tall glass
• Spoon
• Straw

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup of coffee
• ½ cup of milk
• 1/2 cup of coffee ice cubes
• 2-3 tsp sugar or other sweetener (optional)
• Whipped cream (optional)
• 1 tsp Chocolate syrup (optional)

Method

• Pre-freeze a tray of strong coffee into ice cubes.
• Make sure you chill the coffee in the fridge before using.
• Pour the cold coffee, milk, sugar, and coffee ice cubes into your blender.
• Blend until it’s smooth and frothy.
• Pour into a tall glass.
• If you’re feeling indulgent, top it up with some whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate syrup.

Top Tips

• Quality Coffee: The better the coffee, the tastier the drink. Opt for a strong, flavorful brew.
• Sweeten to Taste: Adjust the sugar to your preference. If you like it sweeter, add more; if not, reduce it.
• Creamy Texture: For a creamier texture, use whole milk or even a splash of cream. Be sure to checkout my list of dairy milks.*
• Flavor Boosters: Enhance the flavor with syrups like vanilla, caramel, or hazelnut.
• Dairy-Free Substitute: You can use almond, soy, or oat milk for a dairy-free option. Check out my guide to non-dairy milks.*
• Keep it Cold: Ensure your coffee is cold before blending to prevent the ice from melting too quickly.
• Blend Well: Blend thoroughly for a smooth, icy consistency.
• Toppings Galore: Don’t forget to top it off with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, or even a sprinkle of cocoa powder.
• Personalize: Experiment with different ingredients to make your own unique frozen coffee.
• Enjoy Immediately: Your frappe coffee is best enjoyed immediately after blending for maximum frostiness.
• * I wrote my milk guides for when you are making lattes. But the important points about which milks are best for coffee still work when you are using cold milk.

The Bottom Line

It’s a delicious way to enjoy your daily caffeine fix, especially during those hot summer days. It’s refreshing, customizable, and oh-so-tasty. So why not give it a whirl?

FAQs about Frozen Coffee

What’s the difference between iced coffee and frozen coffee?

Iced coffee is simply coffee served over ice, while frozen coffee is blended with ice for a frothy, milkshake-like consistency.

Can I use instant coffee?

Yes, just ensure it’s completely dissolved in water before adding it to the blender.

Can I make it without a blender?

A blender is essential for achieving the frothy texture of frozen coffee.

How can I make a healthier version?

Use skim milk, a sugar substitute, or omit the whipped cream topping.

Can I make a decaf version?

Absolutely! Just substitute regular coffee with decaf.

So go ahead, experiment with your frozen coffee, and discover your new favorite way to stay cool and caffeinated!

Is it as good as a dunkin frozen coffee?

Absolutely, Just watch how they make a dunkin frappe. There isn’t even any coffee in it. It’s just made with coffee concentrate,m ice cubes, concentrated flavoring and sweeteners.

My homemade frappe recipe tastes so much better and it’s way cheaper!

And is it better than Starbucks frappe?

Without a doubt, my homemade frozen coffee recipe is much better than Starbucks version. You can make it with the exact ingredients you want. So you get to drink your coffee your way.

Other iced and chilled coffees you just have to try!

Once you have enjoyed a frozen frappe coffee, why not try some of these amazing cooling and refreshing hot-weather coffees:

• Iced americano – You know and love americano, so why not enjoy it year round!
• Iced caramel macchiato – so much better than Starbucks and Dunkin!
• Iced pumpkin spice latte – You know you shouldn’t, but you are going to enjoy it!
• Iced cappuccino – perfect when you just need a cappuccino, but it’s too hot.
• Decaf iced coffee – cool refreshing but caffeine-free, so you can enjoy it any time.
• Iced flat white – another great espresso-based coffee we all love.
• Iced hazelnut latte – delicious nutty flavor, I like mine with oat milk.
• Shaken espresso – the new kid on the block. So smooth and creamy that you won’t want it to end.
• Instant iced coffee – a great budget option and super simple to make.
• Iced macchiato – Cool, refreshing and delicious.