That afternoon slump hits, and the craving for something sweet, creamy, and ice-cold is undeniable. While a trip to the coffee shop for a classic Vanilla Bean Frappuccino sounds tempting, the sugar content can be a deal-breaker. Enter our game-changing solution: a homemade, keto-friendly Vanilla Bean Frappé that delivers all the decadent flavor of the original without the sugar crash. It’s a luxuriously smooth, perfectly sweet treat you can whip up in just 5 minutes, making it the ultimate guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
• 1¼ cups / 300 ml heavy cream
• 1½ cups / 360 ml ice
• 1 cup / 240 ml unsweetened almond milk
• ¼ cup / 48 g granulated low-carb sweetener of your choice
• Seeds of ½ vanilla bean
• Whipped cream, for garnish
Instructions
1. Place all the in a blender and blend on high until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute.
2. Pour the mixture into two 12-ounce / 360-ml serving glasses and top with whipped cream.
Nutritional Information
• Nutritional Info
• Calories: 355 kcal
• Net Carbs: 3g
• Fat: 36g
• Protein: 3g
Pro Tips
• For the smoothest texture, use a high-powered blender that can completely pulverize the ice.
• Powdered or liquid low-carb sweeteners dissolve better than granulated versions in cold drinks, preventing any grittiness.
• If you don’t have a vanilla bean, substitute with 1-2 teaspoons of high-quality vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste.
• Turn this into a filling snack by adding a scoop of unflavored or vanilla-flavored collagen or whey protein powder.
FAQ
Q: What is the best sweetener for this keto frappé
A: For the smoothest, non-gritty texture, we recommend using a powdered or liquid low-carb sweetener like erythritol or monk fruit, as they dissolve better in cold drinks than granulated versions.
Q: What can I use if I don’t have a vanilla bean
A: If you don’t have a vanilla bean, you can easily substitute it with 1-2 teaspoons of high-quality vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste for a similarly rich flavor.
Q: Can I make this frappé dairy-free
A: Yes, to make this frappé dairy-free, simply replace the heavy cream with full-fat canned coconut cream and use a dairy-free whipped topping for the garnish.
Q: How can I make this frappé more filling
A: To turn this treat into a more substantial snack, add a scoop of your favorite unflavored or vanilla-flavored keto-friendly protein powder or collagen powder to the blender.
