Frappe recipe made at home in a blender

In hot weather, frappe coffee with lush, high foam will help you cheer up. The iced drink was invented more than 60 years ago, but it only gained worldwide popularity in the early 2000s. The classic recipe includes instant coffee, sugar and water, which are whisked until foamy. Modern ones add berries, sweet syrups, spices, alcohol, and chocolate.

Frappe is whipped until foam forms.

From the history of occurrence

Its name was borrowed from French, which translates as “broken.” All drinks containing ice have been so named since the 19th century. For example, coffee with ice and ice cream was called “frappe a la glace.” Over time, the meaning of this type of drink transformed into “chilled”. His date of birth is considered to be October 7, 1957.

Participating in the fair, which was held in Thessaloniki, Greece, that day the Nestlé company showed the world chocolate powder that quickly dissolves in chilled milk. One of the employees of this company, Dimitris Vakondios, wanted to pour hot water into his coffee during his lunch break, but could not find it anywhere. Then he mixed Nescafe instant coffee powder and granulated sugar in a shaker, poured it with ice water and mixed. The resulting soft drink with luxurious foam turned out to be to everyone's taste.

In the northern countries, perhaps no one would have noticed the birth of a new ice drink, but in Greece it turned out to be a real find. For cooling, pieces of ice were added to its composition. The word for the name of the new product was borrowed from French speech.

Classic version

The classic frappe tastes like dessert in a coffee cup. This deliciously refreshing ice-cold drink is perfect for a hot summer day.

Ready in: 3 minutes
Calorie content: 90-130 Kcal (depending on the presence of sugar)
Difficulty: easy as pie
Number of servings: 1

Ingredients
Instant coffee	2 teaspoons
Sugar	taste
Cold water	150 ml
Ice	several cubes
Milk	50 ml

How to cook step by step:

Add coffee, sugar and 2 tablespoons cold water to a shaker, blender or mixer. Cover and shake well for about 30 seconds. If using a blender, blend for 15 seconds until you get a thick foam.
Throw a few ice cubes into a tall glass.
Slowly pour the frothy coffee mixture into the glass.
Fill a glass with water and add milk.

The online version of MarieClaire magazine has an interesting note that cold brew coffee can be healthier than hot coffee, because it has one clear advantage: less acidity, which makes it preferable for the digestive system.

Classic coffee taste
Easy to prepare
Low calorie

No cons

Author of the recipe

Nestle management advertised the innovation, creating demand for it. In the Greek Republic, such a drink was immediately distributed and declared national, which happened already in 1979.

You should know these types of it:

glycos – very sweet;
metrios – normal;
sketos – no sugar.

In the classic drink, instant coffee is supposed to be used. You can choose additives and make changes to the technology of its preparation without restrictions. In some cases, the composition must be shaken with ice, in others, cubes of frozen water must be poured with whipped coffee base.

If milk is added to it, the drink turns into a frapogalo. In frapogalo, common on the island of Cyprus, water is added only to create foam, and the drink is prepared entirely with very high-fat milk. Some coffee shops serve frappe with ice cream.

Caramel frappe

This homemade caramel frappe is so light, delicious and refreshing! Caramel notes and strong coffee aroma create the perfect combination of sweet and tart!

Ready: 5 minutes
Calorie content: 240-340 Kcal (depending on the presence of whipped cream and sugar)
Difficulty: not difficult
Number of servings: 1

Ingredients
coffee ice	6-8 cubes
Milk	125 ml
Sugar	taste
Caramel syrup	2 tablespoons
Whipped cream	optional

Cooking step by step:

To make coffee ice, prepare strong, good quality coffee and then freeze it in special molds. If you don’t want to waste time on this, then replace it with the classic version - a spoonful of instant coffee and regular ice.
Place all ingredients except whipped cream in a blender. If you want a stronger coffee aroma, add some instant coffee.
Blend until the ice cubes are crushed. If you have trouble mixing, let it sit for a couple of minutes and try again.
Pour the frappe into a glass.
Top with whipped cream and caramel syrup.

The combination of caramel and coffee will appeal to both adults and children.
Can be used as dessert

High calorie content
Some may find it too sweet

If you don't want to use store-bought syrup, you can make a homemade version. For it you will need:

General concept of Frappuccino

This signature cocktail owes its name to two words: “frappe” and “cappuccino”. And if everything is clear with cappuccino (this is espresso with heated foamed milk), then the term “frappe” is familiar to only a few: it refers to a thick milkshake with ice cream and the obligatory addition of ice.

A must because frappe is translated from French as “chilled in crushed ice.”

To do this, he flew to Seattle, where he became acquainted with the trend of local coffee shops creating iced drinks. Returning to Boston, the businessman tasked his marketing manager, Andrew Frank, with coming up with a new cocktail that would become a feature of The Coffee Connection, and he succeeded.

Frank took a frozen yogurt machine, put coffee, milk, sugar and ice in it to create a creamy drink. The manager gave him a name in the Italian style.

Thanks to this invention, George Howell was able to expand his chain to 23 locations and create a kind of coffee revolution in the habits of Boston.

But in 1994, Starbucks bought the business from Howell, and with it the rights to Frappuccino.

Interesting Facts:

after acquiring the rights to this one, I changed the recipe and started preparing it in a blender;
as of 2012, the company's revenue from sales of the drink amounted to $2 billion per year;
To avoid trademark infringement, coffee shops around the world produce and sell a similar product under other names: “Dankachino”, “Mokachino”, “Cappuccino Explosion”, etc.

Chocolate frappe with mint

Cocoa powder gives this frappe a rich depth of chocolate flavor, mint gives it summer freshness, and coffee gives it a boost!

Ready: 5 minutes
Calorie content: 240-285 Kcal (depending on the presence of sugar)
Difficulty: easy
Number of servings: 1

Ingredients
coffee ice	6-8 pieces
Milk	150 ml
Brown sugar	taste
Cocoa powder	1 teaspoon
Mint	bunch
Chocolate chips	2 tablespoons
Instant coffee	if desired, you can add 1 teaspoon

Expert opinion

Didenko Vladimir Andreevich

Doctor therapist

Caffeine and theobromine, which are found in coffee and chocolate, have a tonic effect on humans. In addition, this tasty product is an ally in the fight against influenza and other acute respiratory viral infections. However, children and people with allergies should be careful when enjoying chocolate.

How to do:

Place all ingredients except chocolate chips in a blender.
Blend until the ice cubes are crushed.
If you can't mix the frappe thoroughly, let it sit for a couple of minutes and try again. You can defrost ice in the microwave for 30-45 seconds or in a warm room.
Pour into glasses and garnish with chocolate chips.

You can replace mint with mint extract, syrup or lemon balm.

Classic combination of chocolate and coffee
This drink will help you start your day cheerfully and cheerfully.

Some may find it sweet and bitter if cocoa powder is used plain

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Possible harm

The harm of frappe is determined by the presence of caffeine and sugar in it. Therefore, this coffee drink is contraindicated for consumption:

in childhood;
during pregnancy;
during breastfeeding;
for diabetes mellitus;
in case of individual intolerance to components;
for lactase deficiency (if milk or cream is added);
for severe cardiovascular diseases;
for pathologies of the digestive system (ulcers, gastritis with high acidity, esophageal reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn's disease).

As a rule, in these conditions, no significant side effects are observed from consuming one serving of frappe, but regular use can be harmful to health.

Frappe “Vanilla Frost”

The tasty delicacy “Vanilla Frost” cannot be called low-calorie; in addition, one can even note that this is a full-fledged dessert, and not just cold coffee.

Ready in: 3 minutes
Calorie content: 250 Kcal
Difficulty: easy as pie
Number of servings: 1

Ingredients
Instant coffee	2 teaspoons
Water	150 ml
vanilla ice cream	2 balls
Milk	75 ml
Vanilla extract	taste
Ice	4-6 cubes

Step by step recipe:

Vanilla extract can be replaced with vanillin or vanilla sugar.

Pour ¼ water into the blender and add coffee. Beat for 30 seconds.
Add vanilla extract and milk.
Stir for 45-60 seconds.
Pour the liquid into a glass, add ice cream and ice.

Ice cream can be vanilla, creamy, or creme brulee flavored.

Classic taste
Vanillin helps to relax and relieve irritation, and what else do you need in the morning before a hard day at work or on vacation in hot weather?

If you overdo it with vanillin or vanilla, the finished dish will have a bitter aftertaste.

Based on Better

The whole espresso frappe is made from freshly prepared Absolute. espresso tastes different if you cool the espresso before preparing coffee.

Another recipe for coffee frappe is this:

instant coffee – 2 tsp.
milk - a little
granulated sugar – 2 tsp.
ice - 4 tbsp.
water – 0.5 cups

Pour instant coffee into a shaker glass. Also add cold sugar and sand water. Close the shaker and shake thoroughly until all particles dissolve. Place ice in a prepared transparent glass. Pour the prepared coffee mixture into the same glass and add a little milk. Frappe coffee is ready to drink.

Berry frappe

The velvety taste of fresh coffee, sweet vanilla and juicy berries will help you take a new look at your usual frappe!

Ready in: 5 minutes
Calorie content: 200-240 Kcal (depending on the presence of sugar)
Difficulty: easy
Number of servings: 1

Ingredients
coffee ice	8 pieces
Berry mix (cherry, strawberry, raspberry)	80 gr
Milk	150 ml
Vanilla	pinch
Water	50 ml
Instant coffee	1 teaspoon
Sugar	taste

Tip: Strawberries, raspberries and cherries lose their unique notes when mixed together. Adding just a pinch of vanilla restores the vibrant flavors of the berries.

Cooking process:

Frozen berries should be pitted, so you should use peeled cherries. If you don't have frozen berries, use fresh ones. If desired, replace them with gooseberries, currants, honeysuckle and so on.
Add all ingredients except ice to blender container and blend. You should get a homogeneous mass.
Serve with ice cubes.

Berries are rich in vitamins A, B and C

The taste of berries can overpower the aroma of coffee

Properties of refreshing coffee

Greek iced coffee is a low-calorie product. 50 ml contains only 2 kcal. If you add sugar to the composition, then there will be 22 kcal per serving. Caffeine concentration varies between 60–120 mg.

The cocktail is served cold. Due to this, when it is consumed, the digestive process slows down. Therefore, it is customary to drink it separately from main meals.

The taste of the drink differs depending on the products used. If it contains natural grains, frappe is characterized by the presence of pleasant nutty shades. If the cocktail was based on instant coffee, it will contain an unobtrusive sourness.

Spicy frappe

Start your day with a spicy, aromatic frappe that will lift your spirits and set you up for new achievements.

Ready in: 3 minutes
Calorie content: 250-300 Kcal (depending on the presence of whipped cream)
Difficulty: easy as pie
Number of servings: 1

Ingredients
Coffee ice cream	1 ball
coffee ice	7-8 pieces
Milk	150 ml
Cinnamon	¼ teaspoon
Whipped cream	For decoration
Maple syrup	taste
Cardamom	pinch

Step by step process:

Add all the spices, ice, milk and maple syrup to a blender. Stir for 60 seconds.
Pour the liquid into a glass. Add ice cream and whipped cream.
Enjoy!

Maple syrup can be replaced with regular honey.

Autumn scent
Spices reduce swelling and remove excess fluid from the body

To taste – not everyone’s taste, as not everyone likes coffee with spices

Side effects

The likelihood of side effects from drinking frappe increases with the number of servings consumed per day. The dosage is individual for each person: for some, two servings cause adverse reactions, while for others they do not occur even after four. The side effects of the drink are mainly due to the content of the potent alkaloid caffeine.

In case of an overdose of the drink, symptoms of acute caffeine overdose occur:

from the gastrointestinal tract (nausea, vomiting, heartburn, abdominal pain, flatulence, diarrhea);
from the cardiovascular system (arrhythmias, palpitations, increased blood pressure);
from the brain (headache, anxiety, agitation, irritability, convulsions);
from the muscles (tremor, muscle weakness).

Usually these symptoms go away on their own a few hours after the last drink. In case of severe symptoms of overdose, especially from the nervous system, heart and blood vessels, medical assistance is required, which consists of detoxification measures.

Regular consumption of frappe in large quantities can lead to chronic caffeine overdose, which manifests itself:

heart rhythm disturbances, often - tachycardia, ventricular tachyarrhythmias;
epileptic seizures;
hallucinations;
sleep disorders (insomnia or drowsiness);
impaired absorption of minerals in the intestine (iron, zinc, magnesium, calcium);
water-electrolyte imbalance (decreased levels of potassium, magnesium, phosphates in the blood).

Long-term use of coffee drinks such as frappe can lead to the development of addiction syndrome (withdrawal). Withdrawal syndrome develops due to inhibition of the production of one’s own gamma-aminobutyric acid, a neurotransmitter that is responsible for mood and stress resistance in the human body.

If caffeine stops entering the body, withdrawal symptoms appear: yawning, drowsiness, weakness, decreased performance, headaches, and depression. These conditions go away on their own within 7-10 days after stopping drinking frappe or other caffeine-containing drink.

Frappe "Black Forest"

Coffee frappe “Black Forest” is very aromatic, with a rich cherry-chocolate taste. This recipe will appeal to those who like to experiment and try new combinations.

Recipe time: 5 minutes
Calorie content: 300 Kcal
Difficulty: medium
Number of servings: 1

Ingredients
Instant coffee	2 teaspoons
Water	150 ml
Grated chocolate	3 tablespoons
Cherry	1 piece for decoration
Whipped cream	taste
Ice	7-8 pieces
Cherry syrup	taste

Expert opinion

Golubev Mikhail Arkadevich

Doctor, Doctor of Medical Sciences.

Drinking coffee during the day will interfere with your sleep at night. The invigorating effect of natural coffee can last up to 6-8 hours. However, avid coffee drinkers have nothing to fear, since over time they develop an addiction to the chemical effects of caffeine.

How to do it step by step:

If you don't have cherry syrup, replace it with regular pitted berries or jam.
Add coffee and ¼ water to blender. Stir.
Add remaining ingredients except one cherry and cream. Stir for 1 minute.
Pour the coffee into a glass. Decorate it with cream and cherries.

Suitable as a dessert
Looks like in the movies

This drink is a real calorie bomb

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How to serve and drink the drink

The drink is served in glasses with high glass walls. A straw must be served with frappe. If you decorate it with cream, add an additional coffee spoon. This drink goes great with any berries, mascarpone, whipped cream, chocolate bars, sponge cakes and shortbread.

The caffeine content in any mix is very high, you need to drink them in small sips. You should not drink more than one glass every day, as this can harm your throat.

Frappe "Flower Fairy"

Lavender adds a unique tart flavor to the creamy flavor of the frappe. Try it and you will fall in love forever.

Ready: 5-15 minutes
Calorie content: 180 Kcal
Difficulty: easy
Number of servings: 1

Ingredients
coffee ice	5 items
Water	100 ml
Milk	100 ml
Instant coffee	1 teaspoon
Dried lavender flowers	taste
Sugar	2 teaspoons

How to do:

Mix 1 teaspoon of sugar, instant coffee and 1/3 milk in a blender.
If you have dried lavender flowers, grind them with sugar. If not, then replace them with lavender syrup or jam.
Whisk all ingredients.
Serve garnished with a few lavender flowers.