Welcome to your very own Starbucks at home! This Homemade Starbucks Mocha Frappuccino recipe brings the iconic coffeehouse experience right to your kitchen. Inspired by the popular Starbucks beverage, this recipe combines rich, cold brew coffee with velvety chocolate and a hint of sweetness, all blended to frosty perfection.
Our version uses a medium-dark roast coffee, cold brewed for 12 hours to extract maximum flavor without bitterness. We recommend using high-quality cocoa powder and a touch of vanilla extract to elevate the chocolate notes. The secret to achieving that signature Frappuccino texture lies in the perfect ice-to-liquid ratio and a powerful blender. Top it off with homemade whipped cream for an indulgent coffee shop experience at a fraction of the cost!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Discover why this Homemade Starbucks Mocha Frappuccino will become your new favorite treat:
- Coffeehouse Quality: Achieve that authentic Starbucks taste in your own kitchen
- Customizable: Adjust the sweetness and coffee strength to your liking
- Cost-Effective: Save money by making your favorite drink at home
- No Special Equipment: Uses common kitchen tools you likely already have
- Perfect for Any Season: Enjoy a refreshing iced coffee treat year-round
Homemade Starbucks Mocha Frappuccino
A creamy, chocolatey coffee treat you can make at home
Equipment
- Blender
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Glasses for serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup cold brew coffee
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups ice
- Whipped cream for topping
- Chocolate syrup for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine cold brew coffee, milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract.
- Add ice to the blender.
- Blend on high speed until smooth and frothy, about 30-45 seconds.
- Pour the mixture into two glasses.
- Top with whipped cream and drizzle with chocolate syrup if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Mocha Frappuccino!