Indulge in some dreamy frozen Coffee Slush bliss, when you treat your coffee to a chilling spin in the blender! This homemade copycat frozen frappe is rich, velvety smooth, and SO refreshing! Just 3 ingredients, and your chilly java buddy is ready for sipping!
Coffee Slush
This Coffee Slush is the perfect balance of ice cold refreshment and bold, coffee. Then, it’s finished off with some groovy creamy goodness.
You can even soften the tone with a touch of sugar.
Kim writes: "Frothy, Amazing, Way better than Starbucks!"
So skip the Starbucks, and make this invigorating temptation instead. Your vacation fund will thank you!
This frozen iced coffee slush is so slurp worthy… you may be overwhelmed by the urge to hug your kitchen blender.
Everything except for the sharp blades.
That’s definitely out!
Trust me… with just 3 simple ingredients, you’ll be whipping up your own gourmet coffee shop drinks. Just like a pro!
Who knew being your own barista was SO easy?
Now you can skip the coffee shop frappe, and make your own dreamy iced coffee slushie at home!
It’s truly the tastiest way to cool down on a hot day!
Then, indulge even more when you make this lush Mocha Frappe and this whimsical Frozen Hot Cocoa, too!
So what are you waiting for?
Let’s get this frozen coffee spinning in the blender!
Here’s what you’ll need to make yours…
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Ingredients
You’ll just need 3 simple ingredients to make the BEST Coffee Slush ever!
Check your cupboards and fridge, or add the following to your next grocery list to make sure you’ve got everything on hand…
- Brewed Coffee
- Half and Half
- Sugar
Easy Half and Half Substitute
No half and half? No problem! Here’s a simple substitute that works like a charm to swap in recipes…
To substitute half and half, you can simply use a ration of 75% Whole Milk to 25% Heavy Cream.
It’s the perfect blend of creamy perfection, and such an easy swap in this coffee slush!
Plus, if you keep these ingredients on hand, knowing this simple little trick can save the day when you run out of half and half!
What is Called When Coffee is Blended with Ice?
There are several different names for this dreamy frozen coffee drink…
- Coffee Slush
- Frappe
- Frozen Coffee Slushie
How to Make a Coffee Slush
It’s actually so easy to make your own frozen coffee slushies at home.
Here’s how to make a coffee slushie…
1. Brew up some of your favorite Coffee.
2. Pour a portion of your brewed coffee into an ice cube tray and freeze.
3. Transfer the rest of your brewed coffee to the refrigerator to chill.
4. When you’re ready to make your Frozen Iced Coffee, just blend your ingredients as specified.
See… I told you this was going to be EASY!!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
Frozen Coffee Slush Variations
Want to change things up? Go for it!
Here are a few of my favorite variations you can whip up…
1. Change up your coffee blend: Medium Roast, Dark Roast, Cold Brew, Espresso, etc..
2. Sneak in some Nutella.
3. Add some chocolate syrup and make a Copycat Mocha Frappe instead!
Iced Coffee Slush Reviews
Here’s What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Coffee Slushy Recipe…
B. writes: “So much better and frugal compared to a coffee shop!”
Miranda writes: “It was delicious!”
Kim writes: “Wonderful! Frothy, Amazing, Way better than Starbucks!”
Lisa writes: “Lush and delicious”
Christie writes: “I love how quick and simple this recipe is!”
Karen writes: “I tried it and it’s delicious!”
Rebecca writes: “So yummy! A delicious frozen treat!”
Joyce writes: “Came out great!”
Katherine writes: “So refreshing on a hot summer day!”
Alex writes: “Love how quick this is to make – not to mention delicious!”
Jacquie writes: “This is the real deal- so good!”
Dawn writes: “So refreshing and delicious… so much better than store-bought.”
Coffee Slush
Ingredients
- 2 cups Brewed Coffee, (chilled in refrigerator)
- 1/4 cup Half and Half
- 2 tbsp Sugar
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Brew a pot of your favorite drip Coffee and chill in fridge.
- Pour 1.5 cups chilled Coffee into ice cube tray, and place in freezer for a minimum of 4 hours – must be completely frozen.
- Store remaining 1/2 cup of Coffee in refrigerator.
- Once Coffee cubes have frozen, transfer 1/2 of them to a blender.
- Then pour in 1/2 cup chilled Coffee to blender.
- Add 1/4 cup Half and Half + 2 Tbsp Sugar to blender, and blend well.
- Add remaining frozen Coffee cubes to blender.
- Continue blending until well combined, then transfer to cute mason jars, and serve with a straw! ENJOY!
Notes
- Easy Half and Half Substitute: To substitute half and half, you can simply use a ration of 75% Whole Milk to 25% Heavy Cream. It’s the perfect blend of creamy perfection, and such an easy swap in this coffee slush!
- For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
- Follow The Frugal Girls on Pinterest for more Easy Recipes!
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So have you tried making this Coffee Slush recipe yet?
Leave a comment and share…
Can I use store-bought cold brew coffee in place of brewing my own?
Absolutely! That should work just fine. 🙂
Hi any substitute for half and half?
If you’re out of half and half, an easy substitute is to use 75% whole milk, 25% heavy cream. Hope that helps!
That looks and sounds so delicious! I love anything that is coffee flavoured and I love how simple this recipe is.
Thanks, Christie! It really is such a cinch to make! 🙂
Yum! This looks SOOOO good. Definitely trying out this recipe.
Thanks, Rebecca… you’re going to LOVE it! 🙂
wow! This coffee slush looks is awesome. I have not tried, I can not resist the Enticement to see! thanks for share…
You’re very welcome… ENJOY!
Great recipe! Dying to try it! A slushie with coffee sounds like the best of both worlds
Cheers
It really is the best of both worlds! 🙂