Hey, y’all! If you’re a fan of Starbucks frappes, this Copycat Starbucks Caramel Ribbon Crunch is going to be your new favorite treat. It’s creamy, rich, and loaded with caramel flavor, just like the one from your favorite coffee shop. The best part? You can whip it up at home in minutes, saving time and money without sacrificing a single drop of flavor.
Copycat Starbucks Caramel Ribbon Crunch
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Copycat Starbucks Caramel Ribbon Crunch Ingredients
This recipe uses simple ingredients like coffee, caramel sauce, and ice to create that perfectly smooth and creamy texture. Topped with whipped cream, extra caramel drizzle, and a sweet, crunchy topping, it’s everything you love about the Starbucks classic — right from your kitchen!
- 1 c. brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 c. milk
- 3 tbsp. caramel sauce
- 1 tbsp. sugar
- 1 tbsp. dry instant butterscotch pudding mix
- 1 c. ice
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Extra caramel sauce, for topping
- Heath toffee bits, for topping
How to Make Copycat Starbucks Caramel Ribbon Crunch
Making your own Copycat Starbucks Caramel Ribbon Crunch is so much easier than you might think. A quick blend of coffee, milk, caramel, and ice gets you that perfect frappe consistency. Then, it’s all about layering on the toppings to make it look (and taste) as good as the original.
- In a mixing cup, whisk together the coffee, milk, caramel sauce, sugar, and instant pudding mix until smooth.
- Add the ice and coffee mixture to a blender. Blend until smooth and the ice is completely crushed.
- Drizzle caramel sauce inside your cup for a decorative touch.
- Pour the frappe into the prepared cup.
- Top with whipped cream, an extra drizzle of caramel, and a sprinkle of Heath toffee bits.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Pro Tips For Making This Recipe
- Make sure your coffee is completely cooled before blending. Hot coffee can melt the ice and result in a watery frappe. For an even better flavor, try cold brew coffee!
- Blend the mixture long enough to ensure the ice is fully crushed. This gives you a smooth, creamy texture without large ice chunks.
- Drizzling caramel inside the cup and on top adds extra sweetness and gives your drink that coffee shop look.
- Adjust the sugar to your liking, or swap it for a sugar substitute if you want a lighter option.
- Use almond milk, oat milk, or your favorite plant-based milk to make the recipe dairy-free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Any milk works, depending on your preference. Whole milk makes it creamier, while almond, oat, or skim milk are great lighter options.
The pudding mix thickens the frappe and adds a smooth texture. If you prefer to skip it, the drink will still work but may be slightly thinner.
Absolutely! Decaf coffee works just as well if you’re avoiding caffeine but still want the flavor.
Add a little more ice or reduce the milk slightly for a thicker consistency. You can also freeze the milk in ice cube trays and use those instead of regular ice.
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Copycat Starbucks Caramel Ribbon Crunch
This Copycat Starbucks Caramel Ribbon Crunch frappe is the ultimate homemade treat. Whether you’re sipping it on a hot summer day or treating yourself after a long week, it’s a sweet, caramel-packed indulgence that’s guaranteed to hit the spot. Give it a try — you’ll be hooked!
Copycat Starbucks Caramel Ribbon Crunch
Ingredients
- 1 c. brewed coffee cooled
- 1 c. milk
- 3 tbsp. caramel sauce
- 1 tbsp. sugar
- 1 tbsp. dry instant butterscotch pudding mix
- 1 c. ice
- Whipped cream for topping
- Extra caramel sauce for topping
- Heath toffee bits for topping
Instructions
- In a mixing cup, whisk together the coffee, milk, caramel sauce, sugar, and instant pudding mix until smooth.
- Add the ice and coffee mixture to a blender. Blend until smooth and the ice is completely crushed.
- Drizzle caramel sauce inside your cup for a decorative touch.
- Pour the frappe into the prepared cup.
- Top with whipped cream, an extra drizzle of caramel, and a sprinkle of Heath toffee bits.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure your coffee is completely cooled before blending. Hot coffee can melt the ice and result in a watery frappe. For an even better flavor, try cold brew coffee!
- Blend the mixture long enough to ensure the ice is fully crushed. This gives you a smooth, creamy texture without large ice chunks.
- Drizzling caramel inside the cup and on top adds extra sweetness and gives your drink that coffee shop look.
- Adjust the sugar to your liking, or swap it for a sugar substitute if you want a lighter option.
- Use almond milk, oat milk, or your favorite plant-based milk to make the recipe dairy-free.
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