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    Home » Recipes » Drinks and Cocktails

    Almond Milk Frappe

    October 27, 2021 by LaKita 26 Comments

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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.

    close up side view of almond milk frappe in glass with straw with carton of almond milk in the background

    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.

    Jump to:
    • What's a Frappe?
    • Ingredient Notes
    • Instructions
    • Espresso or Coffee?
    • Tips
    • Substitution
    • Equipment
    • Recipe
    • More Coffeehouse Drinks

    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

    ingredients needed to make frappe in separate containers.
    1. Espresso - Works best with the nutty almond milk. If not available, use extremely strong brewed coffee.
    2. Almond Milk - This dairy-free nut milk option adds to the thickness and creamy flavor of the drink.
    3. Sugar - For this recipe, try using granulated sugar, light brown sugar, or cane sugar for sweetness.
    4. Almond Extract - Make sure it is pure almond extract. Only a small amount is needed for flavor.
    5. 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.

    ingredients for frappe blended together in blender pitcher

    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!

    frappe in glass with straw on marble surface

    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.
    close up side view frappe in glass with straw

    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

    LaKita Anderson
    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.
    5 from 9 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 0 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2
    Calories 396 kcal

    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

    Calories: 396kcalCarbohydrates: 80gProtein: 12gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 364mgPotassium: 3137mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gCalcium: 429mgIron: 4mg

    *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 you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.

    Keyword almond milk frappe
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    Original post date 12/02/2015. Updated 10/27/2021.

    top of almond milk frappe in glass with straw

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    Have any comments, questions, or other delicious ways to use this Almond Milk Frappe? Please share them in the comments below!


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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Tamara

      December 03, 2015 at 2:12 pm

      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.

      Reply
      • admin

        December 04, 2015 at 12:50 pm

        Thank you! I love 'Ease on Down the Road' too and of course I had a crush on Michael Jackson as well.

        Reply
    2. Sonya

      December 03, 2015 at 3:13 pm

      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'.

      Reply
      • admin

        December 04, 2015 at 12:51 pm

        I'm excited about it as well...I think it gives a new generation another look at a classic.

        Reply
    3. Akaleistar

      December 03, 2015 at 8:25 pm

      How fun! I remember watching the movie as a kid 🙂

      Reply
      • admin

        December 04, 2015 at 12:52 pm

        Yes! I cannot wait to watch it 🙂

        Reply
    4. Crystal Green

      December 03, 2015 at 10:11 pm

      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!

      Reply
      • admin

        December 04, 2015 at 12:52 pm

        Thank you...there is no such thing as too much frappe 😉

        Reply
    5. Colleen

      November 02, 2021 at 6:45 pm

      5 stars
      These were perfect to sip on during a visit with a friend. Deliciously creamy and not too sweet!

      Reply
      • LaKita

        November 03, 2021 at 7:22 pm

        Awesone! Thank you Colleen!!

        Reply
    6. Allyssa

      November 03, 2021 at 6:42 am

      5 stars
      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!

      Reply
      • LaKita

        November 03, 2021 at 7:22 pm

        Thank you Allyssa, so happy to hear you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    7. Farrukh Aziz

      November 03, 2021 at 9:44 am

      5 stars
      This frappe is perfect for fall! I personally love frappes, and this sounds great! Thank you, LaKita!

      Reply
      • LaKita

        November 03, 2021 at 7:23 pm

        Thank you, so perfect for fall 🙂

        Reply
    8. [email protected]

      November 04, 2021 at 12:26 am

      5 stars
      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!

      Reply
      • LaKita

        November 07, 2021 at 7:53 pm

        Thank you Patti, so happy to hear that he enjoyed it!

        Reply
    9. Gwynn

      November 05, 2021 at 4:19 pm

      5 stars
      You had me at espresso. Add in almond milk and I found my new favorite frappe.

      Reply
      • LaKita

        November 07, 2021 at 7:54 pm

        Yay! Thank you Gwynn!!

        Reply
    10. Silvia

      November 06, 2021 at 10:42 am

      5 stars
      Who needs to go to the coffee shop when you can make this at home easily and fast? Great recipe.

      Reply
      • LaKita

        November 07, 2021 at 7:54 pm

        I agree! Thank you so much Silvia!

        Reply
    11. Kayla DiMaggio

      November 07, 2021 at 10:32 am

      5 stars
      This almond Milk Frappe was the perfect weekend drink for breakfast! So easy to make and so homey!

      Reply
      • LaKita

        November 07, 2021 at 7:54 pm

        Thank you Kayla!!

        Reply
    12. Jessica

      November 07, 2021 at 12:24 pm

      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!

      Reply
      • LaKita

        November 07, 2021 at 7:55 pm

        Thank you so much Jessica! Definitely a money saver 😉

        Reply
    13. Katie Crenshaw

      November 07, 2021 at 7:29 pm

      5 stars
      This is the perfect treat to make in the morning. I love the flavor and it was so easy to make.

      Reply
      • LaKita

        November 07, 2021 at 7:55 pm

        Thank you Katie!!

        Reply

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