If you're a fan of those vanilla and caramel frappuccinos from coffee shops but your wallet disagrees—or you simply prefer the comfort of your own kitchen—you’re in the right place. With this Thermomix vanilla frappe recipe, you’ll whip up a cold, creamy, and sweet drink that will make you forget all about café queues for good.
The secret lies in using simple ingredients—whole milk, sugar, vanilla flavoring, ice, and caramel syrup—and letting the machine work its magic. The best part? It's ready to enjoy in under 5 minutes.
🥛 500 grams of whole milk
🍬 100 grams of sugar (ideally powdered)
🍦 20 drops of vanilla flavoring
🍯 1 measuring cup of caramel syrup
❄️ 300 grams of ice
🌿 Ground cinnamon for garnish
🍦 Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
Put the sugar into the bowl and grind for 15 seconds / speed 8–10. This ensures the sugar blends well and gives the frappe a silky texture.
Add the milk, ice, and vanilla flavoring drops. Set for 1 minute and 45 seconds / progressive speed 5–10. This crushes the ice and blends the flavors into a creamy, refreshing texture.
About 1 minute before the end, remove the measuring cup and pour the caramel syrup through the lid opening. This mixes it evenly without it sinking to the bottom, giving that signature sweetness.
Pour the frappe into tall glasses and top with a generous swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon. The contrast of cold, sweet, and spiced is simply amazing!
Want to make it vegan? Swap whole milk for unsweetened oat or almond drink and use vegan syrup.
For a grown-up twist, add a splash of coffee liqueur or amaretto just before serving.
Want it creamier? Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream in step 2 and blend it all together.
Vanilla flavoring is key: if you have natural extract, use it for a more authentic taste.
