Just-like-Starbucks’ Frappuccino

I’m a huge Starbucks’ frappuccino fan!  I love them but because of their cost I’m not a frequent Starbucks’ customer.  Plus, have you noticed how many calories one of these bad boys can have?  Upwards of 500 calories!  I would have to run about 5 miles to burn that off and if you know me, you know that isn’t going to happen in this lifetime. {I’m all about exercise but 5 miles and me just don’t mix!}

Still having a love for this summery drink of goodness I decided to play around and see if I could create my own just-like-Starbucks’ frappuccino at home.  I think it’s pretty close and well worth the little extra effort to make.  It only takes 5 minutes to prep and 2 minutes of work.  7 minutes is shorter than the 15 minute drive to the Starbucks’ drive-thru.

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Just-like-Starbucks’ Frappuccino
2 min | 5 min prep

Serves 1

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of crushed iced
• 2-1 ounce shots of espresso OR use 3/4 cup of strong coffee mixed with 1/2 cup of milk and increased crushed iced amount by 1/4 cup.
• 3/4 cup of your favorite milk
• 3 tablespoons of sugar {Use more or less to suite your tastes}
• Whipped cream from a can or freshly made whipped cream
• Chocolate syrup {Use your favorite syrup or flavored powder}

Directions: