vanilla latte frappé
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Freeze Time (if using Creami Breeze): 6+ hours
Blend Time: 1–2 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes active (plus freeze if needed)
Servings: 1–2
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
For a 16 oz drink (adjust as needed):
Base (Freeze or blend):
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¾ cup strong brewed coffee or 2 shots of espresso, cooled
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½ cup whole milk (or oat, almond, or skim milk)
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2–3 tablespoons vanilla syrup (like Torani or homemade)
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1 tablespoon sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract (boosts flavor)
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Pinch of salt (enhances sweetness)
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1–2 tablespoons half-and-half or heavy cream (for extra creaminess, optional)
If using blender instead of frozen pint:
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1½ cups ice
SLUSHi Method 1: Ninja Creami Breeze or SLUSHi Attachment
Step 1: Mix & Freeze
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Combine all ingredients in a measuring cup and stir well.
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Pour into a Creami pint container, filling to the line. Freeze upright for 6+ hours, ideally overnight.
Step 2: Spin It
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Insert frozen pint into your Ninja SLUSHi or Creami Breeze.
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Select the SLUSHi setting.
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If the texture is crumbly or powdery, add 1–2 tablespoons of cold milk and re-spin.
Step 3: Serve
Spoon or pour into a tall glass. Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of vanilla or caramel syrup if desired.
SLUSHi Method 2: Quick Blender Version
If you’re skipping the freeze:
Step 1: Blend
Add all ingredients plus 1½ cups of ice into a high-powered blender. Blend on high for 30–45 seconds, until smooth and slushie-like.
Step 2: Adjust
Taste and adjust sweetness or vanilla flavor. Add more syrup or ice as needed for consistency.
Step 3: Garnish & Enjoy
Pour into a glass, top with whipped cream, and dust with cinnamon or vanilla powder for a café-style look.
Nutritional Estimate (per 16 oz serving)
Using whole milk, espresso, and vanilla syrup
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Calories: ~150
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Caffeine: 80–120 mg
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Sugar: 18–22g
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Fat: 4g
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Protein: 4g
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Carbs: 22g
For a lighter version, use almond milk and sugar-free vanilla syrup.
