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This delicious Almond Milk Frappe is a dairy-free classic coffeehouse beverage that is served cold and only requires five simple ingredients plus a blender. Try making it yourself at home anytime.
This drink is inspired by a classic coffeehouse favorite and it pairs well with a freshly baked batch of Maple Pecan Scones and if you prefer using oat milk, try making an Iced Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso instead.
I love making coffeehouse drinks at home and one of my favorite things is the blended frappe with almond milk. It is simple, classic, and perfect to replicate at home. The ingredients are super simple and can be topped with whipped topping and a drizzle of syrup to make it more decadent.
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What's a Frappe?
A frappe is an iced coffee beverage that is blended or shaken to create a tasty drink. It is served cold and can be topped with whipped cream, flavored syrups, drizzles, and sprinkles. It contains coffee but some can often feel like dessert.
Ingredient Notes
- Espresso - Works best with the nutty almond milk. If not available, use extremely strong brewed coffee.
- Almond Milk - This dairy-free nut milk option adds to the thickness and creamy flavor of the drink.
- Sugar - For this recipe, try using granulated sugar, light brown sugar, or cane sugar for sweetness.
- Almond Extract - Make sure it is pure almond extract. Only a small amount is needed for flavor.
- Ice - Definitely needed since we are making a frozen drink.
Instructions
Begin the recipe by making the espresso. Use a machine or combine instant espresso with hot water and stir. You need enough to create two double shots of espresso.
In a blender pitcher, add in the espresso, almond milk, sugar, almond extract, and ice. Blend on low speed before increasing to high during the last second until smooth.
Pour the frappe in one large glass or two medium glasses and serve immediately. For a little something extra, add some whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon. Enjoy!
Espresso or Coffee?
You want to use espresso or strongly brewed coffee to make a frappe. The milk will dilute the espresso and it will not be overly noticeable in the taste. You may also use premade cold brew espresso to make this drink as well.
Tips
- To make the espresso, use an espresso machine, Nespresso machine with an espresso pod, premade cold brew espresso, or strongly brewed coffee.
- Feel free to use more sugar for a sweeter beverage or less sugar if you prefer less sweetness.
Substitution
This recipe is made with almond milk, but feel free to use oat milk, whole milk, or any other kind of milk that you prefer.
Equipment
To make a frappe, you will need a blender! Any blender will work and it does not necessarily have to be a high powered expensive blender. The blender that I use and love is a Vitamix Professional Series 750.
📖 Recipe
Almond Milk Frappe
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 4 shots espresso
- 2 cups almond milk
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
- 1 cup crushed ice (if you prefer thicker add more ice)
Instructions
- Begin the recipe by making the espresso. Use a machine or combine instant espresso with hot water and stir. You need enough to create two double shots of espresso.
- In a blender pitcher, add in the espresso, 2 cups almond milk, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, ¼ teaspoon almond extract, and 1 cup ice. Blend on low speed before increasing to high during the last second until smooth.
- Pour the frappe into one large glass or two medium glasses and serve immediately. For a little something extra, add some whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon. Enjoy!
Notes
- To make the espresso, use an espresso machine, Nespresso machine with an espresso pod, premade cold brew espresso, or strongly brewed coffee.
- Feel free to use more sugar for a sweeter beverage or less sugar if you prefer less sweetness.
- This recipe is made with almond milk, but feel free to use oat milk, whole milk, or any other kind of milk that you prefer.
Nutrition
*All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands used, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.
Original post date 12/02/2015. Updated 10/27/2021.
More Coffeehouse Drinks
- Iced Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso
- Chocolate Banana Mocha Smoothie
- Chai Latte
- Matcha Latte
Have any comments, questions, or other delicious ways to use this Almond Milk Frappe? Please share them in the comments below!
Katie Crenshaw
This is the perfect treat to make in the morning. I love the flavor and it was so easy to make.
LaKita
Thank you Katie!!
Jessica
This was my first time making a frappe. I’m glad to know that it really simple and just as good as Starbucks. Making my own frappes is going to save me a lot money. Thanks!
LaKita
Thank you so much Jessica! Definitely a money saver 😉
Kayla DiMaggio
This almond Milk Frappe was the perfect weekend drink for breakfast! So easy to make and so homey!
LaKita
Thank you Kayla!!
Silvia
Who needs to go to the coffee shop when you can make this at home easily and fast? Great recipe.
LaKita
I agree! Thank you so much Silvia!
Gwynn
You had me at espresso. Add in almond milk and I found my new favorite frappe.
LaKita
Yay! Thank you Gwynn!!
Patti@PattyCakesPantry
I don't drink coffee, but my hubby loves it, and I made this for him, and he didn't even notice it was dairy free. He loved this frappe. Great recipe!
LaKita
Thank you Patti, so happy to hear that he enjoyed it!
Farrukh Aziz
This frappe is perfect for fall! I personally love frappes, and this sounds great! Thank you, LaKita!
LaKita
Thank you, so perfect for fall 🙂
Allyssa
Highly recommended! Thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe! Will surely have this again! It's really easy to make and it tasted so delicious!
LaKita
Thank you Allyssa, so happy to hear you enjoyed it!
Colleen
These were perfect to sip on during a visit with a friend. Deliciously creamy and not too sweet!
LaKita
Awesone! Thank you Colleen!!
Crystal Green
The Wizard of Oz was one of my mom's favorite movies. I like that recipe too. I am going to have to recreate it myself. I love Frappes a bit to much!
admin
Thank you...there is no such thing as too much frappe 😉
Akaleistar
How fun! I remember watching the movie as a kid 🙂
admin
Yes! I cannot wait to watch it 🙂
Sonya
I'm super excited about The Wiz tonight too. I think it's going to be a really good show. My favorite songs are 'Ease on Down the Road, 'Mean Ole Lion', and 'Can't You Feel a Brand New Day'.
admin
I'm excited about it as well...I think it gives a new generation another look at a classic.
Tamara
The Wiz was my childhood favorite. I quote it all the time! Ease on down the road! I had a wicked crush on Michael Jackson, so that didn't hurt.
Beautiful smoothie recipe too. I like the crushed ice idea. I'll make them for my husband and me.
admin
Thank you! I love 'Ease on Down the Road' too and of course I had a crush on Michael Jackson as well.