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It is getting hot here. Once in awhile it is nice to drink something cold and yummy…
I think this caramel frappuccino is better than the original. Let me know what you think. :)
The caramel is homemade. Watch the heavy cream as I have noticed it is harder and harder to find real cream rather than cream with skim milk and lots of additives. Always read labels, even on organics!
Caramel Frappuccino Recipe
2 c. ice
1 c very strong coffee or espresso, chilled
2/3 c. organic half and half
¼ c. caramel topping (recipe below)
1-4 tbs sugar
Whipped cream
Blend all ingredients except whipped cream until smooth. Top with dollop of whipped cream and a swirl of the caramel syrup.
Caramel Syrup
8 ounces unsalted butter
8 ounces brown sugar
1 cup organic heavy cream (make sure it does not contain skim milk and additives, organic or NOT!)
1 tbs vanilla OR 1/2 c kahlua or irish cream
- Melt butter. Do not let it brown.
- Mix in brown sugar,and butter. Stir until smooth and sugar loses its graininess.
- Continue to cook stirring until mixture bubbles. Cook about 30 more seconds but do not allow to scorch!
- Remove from heat.
- Slowly add cream and vanilla or liqueur.Stir.
Store covered in fridge. Makes an awesome gift.
Makes about a pint.
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I have been trying for about a week to make the caramel frappuccino at home, and this is the best recipe so far, great job!!!
1037 days ago
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:( I’ve been using a recipe for iced mocha’s i found on a card at a bad nobody coffee place in Missouri for like 3 years now, truly awesome and simple. but i love Starbucks black coffee, i like all black coffee, but starbucks black coffee is like candy with a strong aroma and deep flavor, i cant see how anyone would think it was bitter… but then again i used to drink instant coffee, that stuff ‘sbad but its powerful.
Jackie, it has alot. If you are counting calories you probably don’t want to go here. :) I think half and half has 20 calories per tablespoon and there are 12 tablespoons in 2/3 cup. 20x 12= 240
Anyone have any idea how many calories this would be? How many is the half and half?
you are welcome!
oh, i see~~ thank you!! i didn’t know that half and half is light cream
organic half and half is organic ..half cream and half milk..I think they call it light cream in Europe?
what is ‘organic half and half’?
1294 days ago
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Thanks! I think you DID just let them know..LOL!
Hi Marye. Thanks for the great recipe. I’ve note ever tried making my own caramel – but I will now.
You may want to mention to your readers that a passable espresso can be made inexpensively at home using a stovetop espresso maker. Bialetti and Bodum are the most popular brands, we stock a little Bialetti at our place and are adding Bodums for Christmas. For under $50, and in some cases under $25, you can have good espresso at home. Make sure you buy fresh beans!! If you can’t get an espresso blend, lean towards big, flat coffees like Brazil and Sumatra.
Keep up the nice work.
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Chrissy- I have heard of doing that but never have. It sounds awesome though.
Jo- You make sense. LOL! and thank you again. I like coffee and tea, and I have just enough of a split personality to pull them both off. Glad you enjoy it.
Oh yes, I’ve been meaning to say this: I like how your blog covers both coffee and tea. I noticed alot of other blogs are prejudice to one or the other. So again, that adds on to the fact that you have a wonderful personality and are easily readable. There are a hundred things I think of to tell you when I bring up either Kettle and Cup, or Baking Delights, but I already comment so much, and make a mess of my words in the process(Plus forgetful which is why there is a p.s. right now). Just know that I am intensely grateful. :)
I haven’t ever been much of a coffee drinker, simply because It usually makes me twitchy, even after one small sip. I have been CRAVING coffee lately, and I noticed I don’t get jittery or weird anymore. I think it has to do with eating better (I always ate healthy, but I added in more raw greens). So anyway, This sounds really good. If I had quality coffee I would be drinking it straight, but I don’t, so I want to “frapp” it. This couldn’t be a more perfect way.
I get so excited I pound out a comment and end up misspelling, and making little sense.
Ummm..had a blonde moment a while ago…. I went into the kitchen to see if we had any heavy cream and I had to come back and check my last comment. I meant to say condensed milk in my nana’s caramel pie…not evaporated….THAT would have taken a loooong time to caramelize……LOL
chrissy
Marye,
You know I love my frappachinos!!
I am going to try this for the caramel, though. I love caramel.
Have you ever tried making caramel out of evaporated milk? I haven’t tried yours yet, but that is heaven.
My nana made a caramel pie like that…that was it, and the crust, too. LOL oooh and when she added bananas….trust me
and peanut butter, and, ………
LOL
:)