Description
Indulge in the creamy, spiced flavor of a Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino, perfect for fall.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240ml) ice
- 2 shots (60ml) espresso
- 1/2 cup (120ml) cold milk
- 3 tbsp (45ml) Starbucks pumpkin spice sauce
- 1/4 tsp (0.5g) xanthan gum
- whipped cream for topping
- pumpkin pie spice for garnish
Instructions
- Blend Your Base: Start by tossing the brewed coffee, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin spice sauce into your blender. Blend until it is smooth and you see a nice creamy texture. This ensures that the flavors mingle well for that perfect pumpkin taste. If you notice any clumps, give it a little more time in the blender.
- Add Ice & Blend Again: Once you have a smooth mix, throw in a good amount of ice and blend until you hit that ideal frosty consistency. You will want it thick, almost like a shake. Keep an eye on it—pulling it too early leaves you with a thin drink that just will not do.
- Finish with Whipped Cream: Pour your frappuccino into a tall glass and generously top it with whipped cream and an extra drizzle of pumpkin spice sauce. It will look tempting with that beautiful swirl on top. Just a heads up, adding too much whipped cream can overpower the pumpkin flavor, so keep it light.
- Serve & Enjoy: Grab a straw (or a spoon if you are feeling adventurous) and dig in! Take a moment to appreciate that pumpkin aroma wafting up. If it is not pumpkiny enough for your taste, feel free to adjust with some extra spice.
Notes
- Storage Tips: Best enjoyed immediately. If necessary, store in the fridge for up to 1 day, but it may lose some texture.
- Expert Tips: If the frappuccino is too thin, more ice can help thicken it to your liking. When you want a stronger pumpkin flavor, increasing the pumpkin spice sauce or puree can make a noticeable difference. If you notice xanthan gum clumping, blending it with other ingredients before adding ice can prevent this issue. For a creamier texture, using whole milk instead of lower-fat options can enhance the overall mouthfeel of the drink. If you are aiming for a sweeter taste without adding sugar, consider using a sugar substitute, adjusting to your preference.
- Reheating Instructions: This recipe does not require reheating as it is best served cold.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with a slice of pumpkin pie or pair with seasonal cookies. Enjoy alongside a warm fall muffin.
- Recipe Variations: Add vanilla extract for extra flavor. Use flavored syrups for a twist. Make it a mocha by adding chocolate syrup.
- Ingredient Notes: For a non-dairy version, consider using almond milk or oat milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 179
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 181mg
- Fat: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 4mg