Is this red velvet frappuccino like the Starbucks red velvet drink?

Yes! This is a tasty copycat recipe for Starbucks’ red velvet frappuccino.

Can I use store bought simple syrup instead?

Sure. You can use a combination of raspberry simple syrup , chocolate simple syrup and vanilla simple syrup . However, making the syrup at home is much less expensive and tastes better!

Can I use frozen raspberries?

Yes. Frozen raspberries work just as well as fresh raspberries for this recipe. You don’t need to let the raspberries thaw before making the syrup.

Red Velvet Frappuccino - The Littlest Crumb

Description

This red velvet frappuccino is a delicious Starbucks copycat coffee recipe! Save time and money by making this chocolate raspberry frappuccino at home with just a few simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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Red Velvet Syrup:
- 1 cup raspberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 vanilla bean
- ½ tbsp vanilla extract
Red Velvet Frappuccino:
- ½ cup milk
- 1 ½ oz red velvet syrup
- 1 ½ oz espresso
- large handful of ice

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Instructions

First, make the red velvet syrup. Heat the raspberries, sugar, water, cocoa powder and vanilla bean together in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir consistently to encourage the cocoa powder to dissolve in the liquid.
Continue to heat the mixture for about 10 minutes. Don’t let it boil.
Once the sugar has completely dissolved, remove the red velvet syrup from the stove and pass the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the raspberry chunks.
Stir in the vanilla extract. Let the syrup cool to room temperature.
Next, make the red velvet frappuccino. Add the milk, red velvet syrup, espresso and a large handful of ice to a blender. Pulse a few times, then blend until smooth. Top with whipped cream and red sprinkles (optional). Serve immediately.

Notes

Store leftover chocolate raspberry syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 10 days.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Starbucks Drinks
Method: Blended
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 Frappuccino
Calories: 174
Sugar: 34g
Sodium: 64mg
Fat: 2.5g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 0.8g
Trans Fat: 0.1g
Carbohydrates: 34.6g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 4.1g
Cholesterol: 10mg