With social venues on pause and people needing their Starbucks fix, we have you covered! Starbucks released a secret menu a few years ago, and it is super easy to make at home!

This Cake Batter Frappe is super delicious!

There is always a way to make your favorite drinks and snacks at home! It is not only an excellent way to save money, but it is also an excellent option for when we are stuck inside! In the wake of the coronavirus, anything that can be done from home is a great option to look at!

Starbucks had a secret recipe contest to see which one was the best!

There was a contest done a few years go to see which secret menu item was most beloved by Starbucks shoppers. We are going to be making one of those special items today!

For all my people who don’t like coffee, we have you covered!

Some people in this world don’t like coffee. While that breaks my heart, it is your decision and choice, even if it is the wrong one. Thankfully, this recipe has some built-in flexibility. You can make it plain with no espresso and caffeine, OR you can add a shot for some extra kick. That’s what makes this recipe great! You can make it exactly how you like.

The flavors in the recipe are also able to be changed, added or adjusted!

One of the main ingredients in the recipe is the French Vanilla syrup. This is the main flavor component, but you can substitute this with whatever syrup you want! If you don’t have a French Vanilla, you could always use half hazelnut and half vanilla to make a similar flavor.

Let’s get started on your delicious drink!

There are only a few ingredients, so it’s super easy to make.

Ingredients:

• French Vanilla syrup (or whatever flavor you want to make this)
• Whipped cream
• sugar
• half and half
• Ice
• Sprinkles (for fun)

Now we can get to the fun part…Making it!

Directions:

1. Get all of your ingredients organized and ready to go
2. Pull out a blender and add two cups of ice to the container
3. Add 1 cup of half and half
4. Pour in your sugar
5. Add your French Vanilla syrup
6. Blend until thoroughly combined
7. Taste and adjust
   1. If you need it creamier, you can add more half and half until you reach the desired texture
   2. If you want a bolder flavor, you can add more syrup
8. Add your espresso shot (if you want some caffeine)
9. Serve in a cup and add sprinkles, whipped cream, and top with more sprinkles!
10. Enjoy!

Just a reminder, this is an INCREDIBLY flexible recipe. Feel free to see what works for you!

If you want to get extra, you can use xanthan gum as a binding agent!

Xantham gum is a binding agent that keeps the water, half and half, fat, and sugars from separating. You will notice this happening as you let your drink sit out. You can add a bit of xanthan to get a silky smooth texture that holds together a bit longer. This is a good investment if you are going to be making these a lot! It is similar to a chemical that Starbucks uses to keep their drinks cohesive.

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Source: Totally the Bomb, Cooktoria