Description
Creamy 5-Ingredient Pumpkin Frappuccino delivers the essence of autumn in a smooth, blended beverage with bright coffee undertones and warm pumpkin spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) cold brew coffee, prepared as instructed
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk, any kind—dairy or dairy-free (almond, oat, whole, or 2%)
- 1/4 cup (60 g) pumpkin butter (can also substitute with pumpkin puree)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon (2.6 g) pumpkin pie spice
- Whipped cream and ground cinnamon (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Step 1: Combine 2 cups (about 190 g) of coarsely ground coffee with 4 cups (960 ml) of cold water in a bowl. Stir gently to combine, cover, and refrigerate overnight to steep and extract smooth, concentrated coffee flavor.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup (240 ml) of your chosen milk, 1/4 cup (60 g) pumpkin butter, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) agave nectar, and 1 teaspoon (2.6 g) pumpkin pie spice until well combined. Pour the mixture evenly into an ice cube tray and freeze overnight to form pumpkin-flavored milk ice cubes that will add creaminess without diluting the drink.
- Step 3: The next morning, place 1 cup (240 ml) of the prepared cold brew coffee and 8 to 10 pumpkin-infused milk ice cubes into the blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Blend for at least 1 minute to ensure all ice cubes are fully crushed and to achieve a frosty texture.
- Step 4: Taste the frappuccino and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding more agave nectar or stevia. If the drink is too sweet, balance by blending in an additional 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of cold brew coffee. If blending is difficult, add 1/4 cup (60 ml) of cold brew coffee about 10 seconds into blending for improved consistency.
- Step 5: Optionally, top the frappuccino with whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon (about 1/4 teaspoon) to enhance the warm, spicy aroma and visual appeal before serving.
Notes
- Room Temperature: Store the assembled frappuccino in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day. Consume soon to maintain optimal flavor.
- Refrigeration: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Stir well before serving to restore consistency.
- Freezing: Pour the frappuccino into a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before use.
- Freeze milk ice cubes for at least 6 hours before blending to maintain a creamy texture and avoid diluting the beverage.
- Use coarsely ground coffee for the cold brew to ensure proper steeping and smooth flavor extraction.
- Blend thoroughly for about 1 minute for the desired frosty and creamy texture.
- If the frappuccino is too thick or not blending well, add small amounts of cold brew coffee during blending for better consistency.
- When garnishing, sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon on top of whipped cream for a warm aroma and enhanced autumn experience.
- Serve alongside gluten-free pumpkin bread, warm apple crisp, simple almond cookies, or a bowl of mixed nuts for a textured contrast.
- Use the remaining frappuccino base as a pumpkin smoothie or combine it with vanilla yogurt for a quick breakfast option.
- Add to overnight oats or freeze into popsicles for alternative pumpkin-flavored treats.
- For flavor variation, top with coconut whipped cream, drizzle with dark chocolate sauce or caramel, or sprinkle additional nutmeg for complexity.
- Substitute pumpkin butter with 100% pure pumpkin puree (avoid spiced pumpkin blends) for a richer natural pumpkin flavor and creamy texture.
- Use any milk type: whole or 2% for creaminess, or almond/oat milk for a dairy-free version.
- Adjust sweeteners: agave nectar is primary; brown sugar or maple syrup can be used to complement spices.
- Include ground cinnamon and optionally a pinch of nutmeg for added depth.
- Pumpkin butter or puree provides authentic pumpkin flavor and sweetness without overpowering the coffee.
- Milk choice affects creaminess; dairy or plant-based milks work based on dietary preference.
- Ice cubes should be used as shaped to maintain thickness; crushed ice tends to water down the frappuccino.
- Pumpkin pie spice blends warm spices essential for fall flavor profile; adjust quantity to personal taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg