Description
The Caramel Hazelnut Frappe is a creamy, chilled beverage that combines the rich nuttiness of hazelnuts with sweet caramel in a coffeehouse-style drink perfect for warm days or a special treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups ice cubes
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee or espresso, cooled
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 3 tablespoons caramel sauce
- 2 tablespoons hazelnut syrup
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- 1 tablespoon crushed hazelnuts (optional, for topping)
- Additional caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Brew strong coffee or espresso and let it cool to room temperature.
- In a blender, combine ice cubes, cooled coffee, milk, caramel sauce, and hazelnut syrup.
- Blend on high until smooth and frothy.
- Pour into a tall glass.
- Top with whipped cream and drizzle with caramel sauce.
- Garnish with crushed hazelnuts if desired.
- Serve immediately with a straw.
Notes
- Add chocolate syrup for a mocha hazelnut twist.
- Add a pinch of sea salt for a salted caramel version.
- Use plant-based milk and whipped topping to make it vegan.
- Use instant coffee mixed with water if espresso isn’t available.
- Use sugar-free syrups to reduce overall sweetness.
- Add a scoop of protein powder for an energy boost.
- Ice cream can replace ice for a creamier, dessert-style drink.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg