This article will explore the 9 greatest variations and substitutes for the Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino. Starbuck’s Caramel Frappuccino is a popular drink, but some people are looking for alternatives. We’ll go over how to make these substitutions and what you can expect from each one!
What is in a Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino?
The original and infinitely delicious Caramel Frappuccino blends caramel, coffee, and ice with a whipped cream topping.
Perfectly simple and perfectly delicious it is a popular drink for a reason.
How Do You Order a Caramel Frappuccino From Starbucks?
The Caramel Frappuccino is a drink for those who love indulging in sweets. Made with vanilla syrup, espresso and whipped cream topped off with caramel drizzle this beverage offers you the ultimate experience of everything sweet! It tastes like your favorite candy bar or dessert packed into one tall glass.
- Vanilla Syrup: 1 pump tall, 1.5 grande, 2 venti
- Espresso: 1 shot tall, 2 grande and venti
- Whipped Cream
- Finished with a caramel drizzle
What is the Difference Between a Caramel Frappuccino and an Ultra Caramel Frappuccino?
The “Caramel Frappuccino” is one of Starbucks’ most popular drinks. The original blend has 3 layers: a bottom layer made with caramel, coffee in the middle, and ice topped off with whipped cream
What’s new? Introducing the Ultra Caramel Frappuccino! This drink features 5 creamy flavors – including vanilla bean white mocha sauce- blended together for an irresistibly decadent experience. You won’t be able to get enough sip after sweet sip.
What is the Difference Between Frappe and Frappuccino?
You may be wondering what makes a frappe different from a frappuccino. Well for starters, the ice cream is quite significant! Frappuccinos are like milkshakes made of coffee and vanilla ice cream while they also have milk in them as well. They’re topped with whipped cream to complete it all off nicely too. A “frappe” on the other hand can (and does) mean anything iced that’s mixed together interestingly enough – not just limited to some sort of soda or juice mixture either!
Can you Get a Caramel Frappuccino Without Coffee?
Caramel Frappuccino without coffee? Yes, you can! This recipe is a great alternative if you want to make one but don’t have iced coffee on hand or it’s too late in the day to order some for delivery. All that needs to be done is substituting milk instead of pouring out your favorite cup o’ joe.
What Kind of Ice Cream Can I Use?
To make a caramel frappuccino, you’d need to use ice cream. But what kind of flavor should the ice cream be? I usually stick with vanilla bean but if chocolate or french vanilla is more your thing then it would also taste great!
Can This Recipe Be Made Vegan?
You absolutely can make a vegan caramel frappuccino. Instead of dairy-based ice cream, use coconut-based and pick up some vegan caramel sauce for the perfect finishing touch to your coffee drink!
Caramel Frappuccino
You’ll love this Caramel Frappuccino recipe that’s perfect for the summer heat. It will cool you down with a few scoops of vanilla ice cream, cold coffee, and some frozen whipped creams on top to give it an added indulgence! To make your caramel frappe complete add in 3 tablespoons of caramel sauce or syrup and watch as these two flavors mix together perfectly into one satisfying drink.
Buttered Popcorn Frappuccino
The Buttered Popcorn Frappuccino is a delicious alternative to the caramel frappuccino. This frappuccino requires ordering a standard Tall Toffee Nut Crème Frappuccino and adding 1 and 1/4 of salt pack on top for an extra touch!
Mint Chocolate Chip Frappuccino
With the arrival of summer, it’s time to take advantage of iced coffee drinks. One my favorites is a Mint Chocolate Chip Frappuccino which I order with green tea and peppermint syrup along with java chips blended in. It tastes similar to a Grasshopper Girl Scout cookie.
If you’re looking for an alternative to your favorite Caramel Frappuccino though, don’t forget that here too, there’s always room for modification! By adding mocha syrup to the above recipe you can have a Thin Mint frappuccino instead!
Cotton Candy Frappuccino
How about a Cotton Candy Frappuccino?
For a drink, why not try the Cotton Candy Frappuccino? One of my favorite sweets is cotton candy. It’s so sweet and it smells good too!
This beverage is sweet and creamy just like it’s namesake. And you can choose your favorite level of sweetness! This delicious alternative to the “caramel frappuccino” is ordering a Vanilla Bean Crème Frappuccino with raspberry syrup blended in.
Who doesn’t love cotton candy?!
Butterbeer Frappuccino
As in the drink from Harry Potter! To enjoy this mystical treat from the movie that sparked many an imagination head on down to your nearest Starbucks to order now!
This recipe is a grande Creamy Crème base with three pumps of toffee nut syrup and three pumps of caramel syrup.
Top it off with whipped cream, drizzle some more caramel on top for extra flavor, and enjoy your Butterbeer-flavored beverage!
Oreo Frappuccino
If you are looking for a caffeinated concoction that tastes like dessert, get your hands on an Oreo Frappuccino. Double Chocolaty Chip Crème is blended with java chips and chocolate drizzle to create the ultimate drinkable treat: icy cold milk topped off with caramel drizzle. It’s a gooey, oozy, and yummy delicious mess – just what we need at this time of year!
Nutella Frappuccino
Nutella Frappuccino is a deliciously chocolatey twist on the already popular Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino.
Chocolate and hazelnut are two flavors that go hand-in-hand. With this in mind, you won’t find any better drink to enjoy on a lazy day than the Nutella Frappuccino from Starbucks! To order one of these heavenly drinks – just ask for a Mocha Frap with some Hazelnut syrup added in. This sweet delight is perfect when paired with your favorite book or movie at home after work.
Bubblegum Frappuccino
Bubblegum Frappuccino offers a delicious and unique version of the iconic Starbucks caramel frappuccino with just the right amount of nostalgia. This drink may be perfect for younger generations, or those craving something refreshing that has a retro twist- either way this is one delicious beverage to try out! Order yourself a Strawberries & Crème Frap but replace the classic syrup with raspberry syrup and you’ll have your own very unique Bubblegum flavor.
Marshmallow Crème Frappuccino
Caramel Frappuccinos are a classic Starbucks drink, but when you’re looking for some delicious variation try the Marshmallow Crème frappe. Who doesn’t love marshmallows?
This sweet and comforting flavor will have you coming back for more!
Order yourself a Vanilla Bean crème frappe with an extra pump or two of white mocha syrup and vanilla syrup, to get that yummy scrumptious taste of marshmallow heaven.
Captain Crunch Frappuccino
“Remember Saturday mornings? The ones where you turn on the TV, in your PJs, and watch cartoons with a bowl of cereal?”
If this sounds like what gets you going then try out this variation for a Captain Crunch Frappuccino.
Just order yourself a Strawberries and Crème Frappuccino (with some java chips blended together) and add toffee nut syrup for that extra crunch, Captain!
What is the Most Expensive Drink in Starbucks?
A man from Florida by the name of William Lewis broke the record for the most expensive Starbucks beverage by ordering a grande latte that cost an eye-watering $83.75
This drink of gigantic proportions and gigantic calorie counts no doubt, consisted of 99 extra shots of espresso and 17 pumps of vanilla syrup, mocha, and matcha powder.
This heart-palpitating drink is both taxing on the wallet and the arteries it seems.
Conclusion
The 9 Greatest Variations and Substitutes for Starbucks Caramel Frappuccinos is a guide to the best substitutions for this popular drink. With so many options, it’s hard to find one that you love as much as our beloved original. You don’t have to go without your favorite drink because of a dietary restriction or allergy! Instead, try one of these awesome substitutions that are just as tasty but much healthier for you than the original version.
We hope we could help point you in the right direction with your next order! We love feedback and we love to hear from you.
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