I have always been somewhat of a “frou frou” coffee drinker, particularly during the summer months when the weather is warm. I could probably drink an ice blended mocha (or vanilla) every day if I didn’t have just a tiny bit of discipline. Many establishments are offering nonfat varieties of these drinks, however, I still imagine they pack on much in the way of sugar and calories. Every time I attend a Got Milk? event, I vow to make more of my own drinks at home.
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Last week, US Barista Champion and Got Milk? spokesperson Heather Perry demonstrated three of the most delicious gourmet iced coffee drinks I’ve yet to taste. Through her demos, we witnessed firsthand, how feasible they are to replicate at home. Of the four drinks she made, my favorite was the Tiramisu shake. It is like dessert in a cup…but better! Here is the recipe (which can be adapted for children by simply omitting the coffee).
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Tiramisu Shake
2 oz espresso or strongly brewed coffee
5 oz milk
3 scoops vanilla ice cream
1 tbs Mascarpone or cream cheese
cocoa for dusting
whipped cream to taste
Place espresso in blender followed by milk to help cool the espresson down. Add Mascarpone cheese and vanilla ice cream and blend until smooth. Pour into a tall glass, stopping at the 1/3 point and putting a layer of whipped cream. Add more shake and finish with whipped cream and a dust of cocoa.
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Red Velvet cakes and cupcakes are very popular these days and I’ve seen variations to include cheesecake, cake pops, whoopie pies, and pancakes. But this was the first I’ve heard of a Red Velvet Frappe! Heather also demonstrated a coffee-free version for the kids. Here is the recipe:
Red Velvet Frappe
2 oz espresso or strongly brewed coffee
5 oz milk
1 tbsp cocoa
1 oz red food coloring
2 scoops vanilla ice cream
1 cup ice
whipped cream to taste
Combine espresso and cocoa, stirring until cocoa is dissolved. Put mixture in blender along with ice cream, ice, milk, and food
coloring. Blend until smooth. Pour into tall glasses and top with whipped cream.
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I actually had an opportunity to make a Banana Fosters Frappe after Heather demonstrated the recipe. It was quick, easy, and tasty, particularly considering the fact that I am not a fan of bananas. Here is the recipe:
Banana Fosters Frappe
2 oz espresso or strongly brewed coffee
5 oz milk
1 tsp butter
¼ cup brown sugar
1 banana
1 scoop vanilla ice cream
1 cup ice
Mix espresso, butter and brown sugar until they are thoroughly combined. Put in blender and add remaining ingredients.
Blend until smooth and creamy. Top with whipped cream, a sprinkle of brown sugar and a slice of banana.
To learn more about the benefits of milk or to find additional summer drink recipes, visit Got MilK?
No compensation was received for this post. I attended a media event which helped facilitate this review.
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