Starbucks Frappuccino Homemade

NeuroticVirgo
NeuroticVirgo Posts: 3,671 Member
edited November 12 in Recipes
I'm addicted to Starbucks, so I've been searching for ways to make similar drinks at home. So far I've done a Caramel Frap and a Java Chip Frap that are pretty good in taste when compared to the real thing. The xanthan gum gives it the right texture, and keeps it from melting to quickly.

The calories aren't spectacular (but we are talking sugary blended drink). I thought I would share for any fellow Starbucks frappuccino addicts who might be going broke like me. :laugh:

By the way, both of these are 24 oz servings...which is a lot, could easily be cut into 2 servings, less calories and some to share with a friend. :wink:

:heart: Link to ingredients and Directions - http://adventuresincookinglite.blogspot.com/2012/03/starbucks-frappuccino-copycats.html

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Caramel Frappuccino
24 oz serving (whipped cream not included)
Calories: 152.........Carbs: 26.........Fiber: 1.........Fat: 0
.........Protein: 8.........Sugar: 12.........Sodium: 189

**Compare - Venti (24 oz) Starbucks Light Caramel Frappuccino (no whip)
Calories: 190.........Carbs: 45.........Fiber: 0.........Fat: 0
.........Protein: 5.........Sugar: 40.........Sodium: 270

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Java Chip Frappuccino
24 oz Serving (or TWO 12 oz servings)- No Whip
Calories: 240.........Carbs: 34.........Fiber: 4.........Fat: 7
.........Protein: 11.........Sugar: 24.........Sodium: 244

**Compare - Venti (24 oz) Starbucks Light Java Chip Frappuccino (no whip)
Calories: 280.........Carbs: 59.........Fiber: 2.........Fat: 5
.........Protein: 7.........Sugar: 49.........Sodium: 320

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  • garita93
    garita93 Posts: 267 Member
    I love your blog and have been meaning to tell you. Planning on making several recipes next week, this will be added to the list! :love:
  • NeuroticVirgo
    NeuroticVirgo Posts: 3,671 Member
    LOL :smile:
  • volunteerfirefighter_mommy
    volunteerfirefighter_mommy Posts: 6
    The Java Chip one looks sooooo good. and its so much better than starbucks when it comes to the nutrition facts!!
  • NeuroticVirgo
    NeuroticVirgo Posts: 3,671 Member
    The Java Chip one looks sooooo good. and its so much better than starbucks when it comes to the nutrition facts!!

    Ya, I just wish I could get it to be less calories. I did make one that was 1/2 cup milk and 1/2 cup water...it wasn't bad, but not as creamy. I do like that at least nutritional wise the homemade one came out ahead. LOL
  • kaiteboo
    kaiteboo Posts: 141 Member
    If you use almond milk it might cut the calories a bit. I use almond breeze unsweetened vanilla and it is 40cals a cup! Would be pretty good in a hazelnut frapp :)
  • kaiteboo
    kaiteboo Posts: 141 Member
    oops nvm i read further and saw that you suggested that already lol
  • momuv3princesses
    momuv3princesses Posts: 154 Member
    Ohhh you must have read my mind! Yesterday morning I wanted one of these. I hardly ever go there though b/c I am cheap! Plus I was looking for a lower cal version! Now I just need to go go grocery shopping and buy some of the ingredients! Thanks for sharing. :)
  • NeuroticVirgo
    NeuroticVirgo Posts: 3,671 Member
    If you use almond milk it might cut the calories a bit. I use almond breeze unsweetened vanilla and it is 40cals a cup! Would be pretty good in a hazelnut frapp :)

    mmm that does sound good now! Hazelnut frapp.... droool. MAN I'm just addicted to these drinks haha!
  • Sarah9524524
    Sarah9524524 Posts: 1
    I don't suppose that you have any that don't use instant coffee?? Only I don't like and can't stand the smell of coffee.
  • Brooke3737
    Brooke3737 Posts: 4 Member
    I LOVE STARBUCKS!!!! I went the other day and got a tall mocha frapp and even the calories were outragous. But if I can make it at home I can certainly save money.
  • Ladeda1
    Ladeda1 Posts: 68 Member
    Just the recipe I was looking for . Thanks!
  • wellyourenotSKINNY
    wellyourenotSKINNY Posts: 130
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  • paulathomason
    paulathomason Posts: 3
    These look amazing! :smile:
  • luhluhlaura
    luhluhlaura Posts: 278 Member
    bump! yum!
  • theflyingartist
    theflyingartist Posts: 385 Member
    One of my favorite wannabe-frappuccinos is combining:

    1 scoop Spirutein strawberry protein powder (or any strawberry protein powder.. I like Spirutein because it's only 99 cals a scoop!)
    8 ounces almond milk (35-45 cals)
    1/3 cup frozen strawberries (30 calories or so, depending on brand)

    This part is up to you: one banana sliced and frozen (100 cals)
    or 1/3 cup plain greek yogurt (about 50 cals, depending on brand)
    When using greek yogurt, add in 3 drops stevia extract to counteract the bitter flavor.

    Blend in a Magic Bullet/blender. Pour right away into glass and top with whipped cream (or not. Maybe not!) ;)
    Banana version is about 270 calories (overestimated).
    Greek yogurt version is about 215 calories (overestimated).

    YUMMALICIOUS for those non-coffee, creme frappuccino fans!
  • Stacyd73
    Stacyd73 Posts: 30 Member
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    colleenb52 Posts: 24 Member
    Bump....: )
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    elis_mama Posts: 308 Member
    bump!
  • Keisha2BFitAgain
    Keisha2BFitAgain Posts: 121 Member
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  • Ladeda1
    Ladeda1 Posts: 68 Member
    Where do you find the xanthan gum?
  • beecee13
    beecee13 Posts: 194 Member
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  • tmcowan
    tmcowan Posts: 322 Member
    If I would have only seen this a little earlier, I could have saved myself some calories!! Thanks for sharing, I can't wait to try it out.
  • zoeelizabeths
    zoeelizabeths Posts: 93 Member
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