Description
The Gingerbread Frappe is a festive and refreshing iced coffee drink that perfectly balances warm holiday spices with cool, creamy texture. Easy to make and customizable, it’s ideal for both winter cozy moments and summer treats, featuring gingerbread spices blended with strong coffee, milk, sweetener, and ice, topped optionally with whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1/2 cup milk or dairy alternative (almond, oat, soy, etc.)
- 2 tablespoons gingerbread syrup OR 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg, 1/8 teaspoon cloves mix
- 1–2 tablespoons sweetener (sugar, honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar), adjusted to taste
- 1 cup ice cubes
Optional Ingredients
- Whipped cream for topping
- 1 teaspoon molasses or brown sugar for deeper flavor
- Pinch of black pepper or cardamom for spice boost
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder or chocolate shavings for chocolate twist
Instructions
- Step 1: Brew Strong Coffee – Brew a strong cup of coffee to create a robust base that will stand out against the milk and ice, allowing the gingerbread spices to shine through.
- Step 2: Prepare Gingerbread Syrup or Spice Mix – Ready your gingerbread syrup if using pre-made. Otherwise, blend ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves in the specified ratio to make a homemade spice blend that infuses warm holiday flavors.
- Step 3: Combine Ingredients in Blender – Place brewed coffee (cooled), milk or dairy alternative, gingerbread syrup or spice mix, sweetener, and ice cubes into a blender. Blend until smooth and frothy to create the frappe’s signature icy texture.
- Step 4: Taste and Adjust – Taste your frappe and add more sweetener or spices if desired, ensuring the flavor is balanced to your preference.
- Step 5: Serve and Garnish – Pour the frappe into your favorite glass. Top with whipped cream if desired, and sprinkle with cinnamon or nutmeg for an extra festive touch. Optionally, add crushed ginger snaps or a cinnamon stick stirrer for garnish.
Notes
- Use cold coffee to prevent premature melting of the ice and maintain the frappe’s frosty texture.
- Freshly ground spices give the most vibrant gingerbread flavor.
- Use clear, fresh ice cubes to avoid dilution and preserve flavor intensity.
- Blend in short pulses to achieve perfect froth without melting the ice too much.
- Adding a teaspoon of molasses gives a more authentic gingerbread flavor complexity.
- This frappe can be customized easily to suit dietary preferences or flavor variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
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