If you love sweet drinks that taste like a fairground treat, you will adore the Starbucks Cotton Candy Frappuccino Copycat! This delightful drink captures the sugary sweetness of cotton candy in a creamy, blended form. It’s perfect for a hot day or whenever you need a little pick-me-up.
Why Make This Recipe
Making your very own Cotton Candy Frappuccino at home is not just fun, but it also allows you to customize every aspect of the drink. You can adjust the sweetness, decide on the toppings, and craft it to your liking—all without having to go to Starbucks. Plus, it’s a great way to impress friends and family with your yummy drink-making skills!
How to Make Starbucks Cotton Candy Frappuccino Copycat
Ingredients:
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream
- 1/2 cup milk (any kind)
- 2 tablespoons raspberry syrup
- Whipped cream, for topping (optional)
Directions:
- In a blender, combine the ice cubes, vanilla ice cream, milk, and raspberry syrup. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the mixture into a tall glass, filling it to the top.
- Add a generous swirl of whipped cream for a sweet, cotton candy-like finish.
How to Serve Starbucks Cotton Candy Frappuccino Copycat
Serve this colorful drink in a tall glass to show off its lovely pink color. You can add a colorful straw to make it even more fun! Enjoy it immediately to savor its best flavor and texture.
How to Store Starbucks Cotton Candy Frappuccino Copycat
This frappuccino is best enjoyed fresh. However, if you have leftovers, you can store the drink in the fridge for a short time, but keep in mind that the texture may change. It’s better to blend just what you need!
Tips to Make Starbucks Cotton Candy Frappuccino Copycat
- For a thicker texture, use more ice cubes.
- If you want extra sweetness, add more raspberry syrup or use flavored milk.
- Try adding a sprinkle of cotton candy or colorful sprinkles on top of the whipped cream for that extra festive touch!
Variation
You can try different syrup flavors, such as strawberry or blue raspberry, to make your own unique version of this treat. Mixing different flavors can create a colorful and exciting drink.
FAQs
1. Can I use other types of ice cream?
Yes! Any flavor of ice cream can work. Vanilla is traditional, but you can use strawberry or any flavor you like.
2. Is the raspberry syrup necessary?
While it gives the drink its signature cotton candy flavor, you can skip it if you prefer a simpler, creamy drink.
3. Can I make this drink dairy-free?
Absolutely! Simply use a dairy-free ice cream and milk alternative like almond, soy, or oat milk.
Now, grab your blender and enjoy making this sweet treat at home!
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Starbucks Cotton Candy Frappuccino Copycat
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A delightful drink that captures the sugary sweetness of cotton candy in a creamy, blended form.
Ingredients
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream
- 1/2 cup milk (any kind)
- 2 tablespoons raspberry syrup
- Whipped cream, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the ice cubes, vanilla ice cream, milk, and raspberry syrup. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the mixture into a tall glass, filling it to the top.
- Add a generous swirl of whipped cream for a sweet, cotton candy-like finish.
Notes
For a thicker texture, use more ice cubes. You can also try different syrup flavors like strawberry or blue raspberry.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cotton candy, frappuccino, drink, summer, sweet treat
