Description
Discover the perfect blend of spicy and sweet with this creamy Gingerbread Frappe recipe, a cozy winter drink that combines the warm, nostalgic flavors of gingerbread spices with a refreshing icy frappe texture. Perfect for festive mornings or relaxing afternoons, this recipe is quick to make, customizable, and sure to impress with its rich flavor and festive flair.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup milk or dairy alternative (almond, oat, coconut, etc.)
- 1 shot espresso or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
- 1 cup ice cubes
Sweeteners & Spices
- 1 tbsp molasses or dark brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream (dairy or coconut-based)
- Ground cinnamon or grated nutmeg for garnish
Instructions
- Brew Your Coffee: Start by brewing a strong shot of espresso or a small cup of strong coffee. The coffee should be hot enough to dissolve the spices and sweeteners fully but allowed to cool slightly before blending to maintain the frappe’s icy texture.
- Combine Ingredients in Blender: Pour the brewed coffee, milk of choice, molasses or brown sugar, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract into the blender. Add a generous handful of ice cubes to achieve the perfect frozen texture.
- Blend Until Smooth: Pulse the blender on high speed for 30 to 45 seconds, or until the mixture is smooth, frothy, and icy. Scrape down the sides to ensure even blending of all ingredients.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the frappe and adjust sweetness or spice levels if needed by adding more molasses, sugar, or spices. Blend briefly again to combine.
- Pour and Garnish: Pour the Gingerbread Frappe into your favorite glass. Top with a generous swirl of whipped cream and sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon or grated nutmeg for a festive finish.
Notes
- Use cold coffee brewed ahead of time to prevent ice from melting and diluting the frappe.
- Start with small amounts of spices and add gradually to avoid overpowering the coffee flavor.
- Adjust the amount of ice based on your blender’s capacity and desired thickness.
- Experiment with sweeteners like maple syrup or honey for different taste profiles.
- Enjoy immediately for the best texture and chill.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 frappe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: gingerbread frappe, gingerbread drink, holiday frappe, winter beverage, spicy frappe, creamy coffee drink