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Close-up of a tall glass filled with a frothy Mocha Frappuccino, topped generously with whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa.

Mocha Frappuccino (Budget-Friendly)

This recipe helps you make a refreshing Mocha Frappuccino at home without spending too much money. It is a simple, blended coffee treat perfect for families looking for affordable indulgence.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 glasses
Course: Dessert, Drink
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Frappuccino
  • 2 cups strong brewed coffee, frozen into ice cubes About 14 ice cubes or one ice cube tray full
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 tbsp. sugar or to taste
  • 1.5 tbsp. cocoa powder
  • 0.25 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 tsp. instant coffee granules Optional, for stronger coffee flavor
For Serving
  • As desired whipped cream Optional

Equipment

  • High-powered blender
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Place all ingredients except the whipped cream into a high-powered blender.
  2. Blend until the coffee ice cubes are crushed completely.
  3. If the frappe does not blend well, let the mixture sit for a few minutes before trying to blend again.
  4. Pour the blended mixture into glasses.
  5. Top with whipped cream if you are using it.

Notes

If you do not have a high-powered blender, you can soften the coffee ice cubes slightly in the microwave. Use the defrost setting for about 45 seconds, but watch carefully to avoid melting the cubes too much, which results in a thin drink.

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