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Homemade Mocha Frappuccino

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Cool and creamy, Homemade Mocha Frappuccino is a simple summertime treat made with just a few ingredients. Inexpensive and delicious!

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Homemade Mocha Frappuccino

Cool and creamy, Homemade Mocha Frappuccino is a simple summertime treat made with just a few ingredients.

This is so easy to make and much more cost effective than buying one in a cafe or restaurant.  The part I like best is being able to adjust the ingredients to suit your taste.  If you’re into more chocolate, go right ahead and add another tablespoon of rich, good quality cocoa.  Perhaps you like a thick frappuccino with lots of ice like my husband; I prefer mine a little less frozen myself.  In fact you can pour it over ice and skip the blender all together.  But don’t skip the whipped cream and chocolate syrup drizzle … just saying 🙂

 

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I’ve been known to wake up in the morning and feel the need to drink several cups of coffee.  In my haste I often make too much thinking it may take more than two cups to get me going.  My husband, who is the original foode in this house, is always grateful to have leftovers so he can make coffee smoothies.  He has even been known to use chocolate milk in his coffee at work, especially in a pinch.  Since we hate to throw anything out, a nice cold Homemade Mocha Frappuccino is a perfect afternoon treat to use up that extra coffee.

 

Homemade Mocha Frappuccino

Are you in the middle of this heatwave?  It is crazy hot here again today with the heat index at 110 degrees.  Sweat city!  I feel sorry for anybody that has to work outdoors and can’t get in from the heat.  I don’t think I could ever get used to it.

 

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We are fine to drink the Mocha Frappuccino straight from the blender but who can resist a little whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate syrup?  Not me!

 

Homemade Mocha Frappuccino

Feel free to add more ice if you want.  I like a little less to keep that full rich chocolate coffee flavor.  What do you think?

Is it time for a little creamy Homemade Mocha Frappuccino?

 

Homemade Mocha Frappuccino

 

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Homemade Mocha Frappuccino

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 3 -4 servings
Course: Beverage
Author: Tricia
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Cool and creamy, a simple treat made with just a few ingredients, adjusted to suit your taste.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups strong brewed coffee cooled or cold
  • ½ cup sweetened condensed milk or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon good quality cocoa powder
  • 3 cups ice
  • Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate syrup if desired

Instructions

  • Place the coffee, milk, vanilla and cocoa in a blender. Pulse until combined.
  • Add the ice and process until smooth.
  • Serve immediately topped with whipped cream and chocolate syrup

Recipe Notes

Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient alternatives are given, the first listed is calculated for nutrition. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included.

Nutrition

Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 78mg | Potassium: 317mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 51g | Vitamin A: 136IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 157mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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Happy Monday friends.  I hope you have a terrific week and stay cool.  Thanks so much for stopping by!

Tricia

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32 Comments

  1. Robyn @ Simply Fresh Dinners

    I swear just yesterday we were having a conversation about how everyone could save so much money if they made their own instead of going to Starbucks.
    These stunning photos are completely blowing me away, Tricia! Absolutely beautiful and you just get lost in them on a hot day like today! Sharing 🙂

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    • Tricia Buice

      We talk about that too – and soda – so much money is spent on soda and other food items that have no nutritive value. Treats are occasionally a good thing but not everyday. Thanks Robyn!

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  2. John/Kitchen Riffs

    Love this! Such a great combo of flavors. We never have leftover coffee, alas — we use a French press and make just enough. But I could make some just for this. 🙂 And yes, it’s been sweat city here, too! Fun recipe — thanks.

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  3. Abbe@This is How I Cook

    Love these! I used to have one a day and then I realized it was not doing good for the figure-so to speak! May have to try your version with fat free condensed milk. This looks and sounds great, Tricia! I once made there copyycat version years ago, but this way strikes me as simpler!

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  5. Monica

    Would you believe I make myself a mocha frappucino about 3-4x a week to have with breakfast! The recipe I use isn’t exactly the same but I’ve been making it ever since I learned it a few years ago – though I’m a big fan of Starbucks, I love saving a ton of money going DIY at home! Your version sounds amazing and it looks even better. Thank you for cooling me down this morning with this lovely post!

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    • Tricia Buice

      Hi Gerlinde! You can substitute any kind of milk or half/half but may need to add some sort of sweetener to replace the sweetened condensed milk. Unless you like your coffee unsweetened then you will be good to go!

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  9. cheri

    I could definitely go for one of these right now. Love that I can now make my own as I cannot drink caffeinated coffee. Beautiful presentation Trisha!

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  10. Monique

    Your photos are always so beautiful..I may make this one day for my daughter..she loves them.I bet I would too:)I agree the whipped cream etc..just makes them all the more special..and everyone could do w/ a dose of speciall.
    I know that I am thrilled when someone specials me.

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    • Tricia Buice

      Thank you Jennifer – I have a Starbucks down the street and never go there. Guess I’m a little on the cheap side 🙂 However, when traveling – I go there first for my morning coffee!

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