Ingredients:
- Instant Coffee: 2 teaspoons (or use 1 shot of espresso)
- Sugar: 2 teaspoons (adjust to taste)
- Water: 2 tablespoons (for dissolving coffee and sugar)
- Milk: 1 cup (240 ml) of your choice (whole, skim, almond, soy, etc.)
- Ice: 1 cup (about 8-10 large cubes)
- Vanilla Extract: 1/2 teaspoon (optional, for added flavor)
- Chocolate Syrup: for drizzling (optional)
- Whipped Cream: for topping (optional)
Instructions:
- Dissolve Coffee and Sugar: In a small bowl, mix the instant coffee, sugar, and water until the coffee and sugar are fully dissolved.
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine the dissolved coffee mixture, milk, ice, and vanilla extract (if using). Blend until smooth and frothy.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the frappé and adjust the sweetness or consistency if needed by adding more sugar or milk.
- Serve: Pour the frappé into a tall glass.
- Add Toppings: Top with whipped cream and drizzle with chocolate syrup if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 150
- Protein: 6 g
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Sugars: 18 g
- Caffeine: ~60 mg (varies based on the amount of coffee used)
- Calcium: 20% of the Daily Value (DV)
Notes:
- For a Creamier Frappé: Use half-and-half or heavy cream instead of milk.
- For a Lower-Calorie Version: Use skim milk or a non-dairy milk alternative. Reduce or omit the sugar.
- For a Mocha Frappé: Add 2 tablespoons of chocolate syrup to the blender.
- For a Vanilla Frappé: Add an additional teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Extra Flavors: You can add caramel syrup, flavored syrups (like hazelnut or caramel), or a pinch of cinnamon for different flavors
