Starbucks Strawberry Creme Frappuccino Recipe
A refreshing and creamy homemade version of the Starbucks Strawberry Creme Frappuccino, featuring a sweet strawberry syrup made with fresh or frozen strawberries and white grape juice, blended with milk, ice, and xanthan gum for a perfectly smooth texture, then topped with whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Strawberry Syrup
- 2/3 cup strawberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup white grape juice
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
Frappuccino
- 1 cup ice
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1/8 tsp xanthan gum
- Whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Make the strawberry syrup: In a small or medium saucepan, combine white grape juice, strawberries, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Simmer and mash: Let the mixture simmer gently for about 8 minutes, mashing the strawberries occasionally to release their juices and infuse the syrup with flavor.
- Blend the syrup: Transfer the warm syrup mixture to a tall measuring cup and blend using an immersion blender or a regular blender until smooth. Chill the syrup until ready to use.
- Prepare the frappuccino: In a high-speed blender, combine the milk, ice, xanthan gum, and all but two tablespoons of the chilled strawberry syrup. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the drink: Pour the reserved two tablespoons of strawberry syrup into a tall glass. Pour the blended frappuccino mixture over the syrup.
- Garnish and serve: Top the drink generously with whipped cream and serve immediately for a refreshing treat.
Notes
- Using white grape juice helps to sweeten and preserve the bright strawberry flavor without overpowering it.
- Xanthan gum is used to thicken the frappuccino and give it that creamy texture similar to Starbucks’ original.
- You can substitute milk with any non-dairy alternative like almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
- The strawberry syrup can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week.
- Adjust the sugar based on your sweetness preference or substitute with a sugar alternative if desired.
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