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This apple crisp frappuccino is like fall in a glass. Forget waiting for seasonal menus because this copycat recipe lets you enjoy it 365 days a year!
Creamy, icy, and essentially apple crisp blended into a drink with just enough caffeine to get you going, it’s no wonder the Starbucks apple crisp frappuccino is a seasonal drink people can’t stop talking about.
However, since it’s not on the menu this year (and who knows if it’ll ever return), you need to get your blender ready. Those cravings aren’t going to satisfy themselves!
This copycat recipe requires just a few simple ingredients. In fact, we’re even making the luscious apple syrup from scratch (yes, with an actual apple)!
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Besides this Starbucks apple crisp oatmilk frappuccino, we also have copycat recipes for other coffee shop favorites like the Starbucks vanilla bean frappuccino and Starbucks cheese danish.
Why You’ll Love This Apple Crisp Frappuccino Recipe
- This apple crisp frappuccino copycat tastes as rich and cozy as the original, using only 8 ingredients.
- Making this apple crisp Starbucks drink recipe at home means you can enjoy it throughout the fall season and beyond without breaking the bank.
- This Starbucks apple frappuccino copycat is customizable! For example, you want to make it vegan? Just use a non-dairy whipped cream topping!
Ingredients
Apple – Store-bought apple syrup, who? We’re using a real apple for this fall frappuccino’s apple syrup!
Brown sugar – Our choice of sweetener for the apple syrup. The molasses flavor just makes sense with the spiced apple flavor.
Ground cinnamon – A must-have in fall drinks. You can also add more warm spices to give your homemade apple crisp Starbucks drink depth.
Strong brewed coffee – You can’t go wrong with cold brew coffee for this blended beverage.
Ice – For frappuccino’s signature slushy-like texture. Use a high-speed blender for easy blending!
Oat milk – While you can use another dairy or vegan milk, oat milk will give you the best mouthfeel for this copycat Starbucks apple crisp frappuccino.
Heavy cream and caramel sauce – Optional toppings for the apple crisp oat milk frappuccino. Feel free to sweeten your heavy cream with maple syrup for a quick maple whipped cream topping.
Ingredient Substitutions For Apple Crisp Oatmilk Frappuccino
Soy milk
If you have an oat allergy, you can make this apple frappuccino Starbucks copycat with soy milk.
Apple cold foam
Another delicious way to enjoy this Starbucks apple crisp frappuccino copycat is with apple cold foam.
To make it, combine 1/3 cup of heavy cream with 4 tablespoons of green apple syrup in a jar, then shake until thick. It’s the perfect sweet-tart topping for this apple crisp oat milk frappuccino recipe!
Apple cider ice cubes
For a more robust apple flavor, use frozen apple cider cubes instead of regular ice cubes when blending your frappuccino. Just pour apple cider into ice cube trays and freeze.
Tips For Making This Recipe
No Apple? No Problem!
You can use apple cider for the apple syrup! Just combine 1/4 cup of apple cider with 1/4 cup brown sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 2 cinnamon sticks, bring to a boil, and simmer for 8 minutes.
Make a Macchiato
If you prefer the Starbucks apple crisp macchiato over the apple frappuccino, just add about 3 tablespoons of your homemade apple brown sugar syrup to the bottom of a glass. Pour in 3/4 cup of oat milk, add ice, and slowly pour a shot of espresso over the ice.
Skip the Blender
Don’t want to use a blender? Convert this apple crisp frappuccino into the famous Starbucks apple crisp shaken espresso! Fill a mason jar with ice, add your apple syrup and espresso, seal it, and shake until frothy. Pour over ice and top with oat milk.
Apple Crisp Frappuccino Starbucks Recipe FAQs
Does Starbucks have apple crisp Frappuccino?
They did, but in 2025, the apple crisp flavor is limited to the apple crisp oatmilk shaken espresso and apple crisp cold foam.
Is Starbucks apple crisp drink good?
Yes, the Starbucks apple crisp drink is good. In particular, the 2025 apple crisp oatmilk shaken espresso went viral and was described on social media as indulgent but not overwhelming.
Is this apple crisp oatmilk frappuccino vegan?
No, but you can make this apple crisp frappuccino recipe vegan by using plant-based heavy cream.
What oatmilk does Starbucks use?
Starbucks usually uses Oatly Barista Edition oat milk, but some Starbucks employees on social media have also claimed that some locations use Chobani.
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Apple Crisp Frappuccino
Ingredients
- 1 apple, cubed
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon plus extra for garnish
- 1/3 cup strong brewed coffee
- 1 cup ice
- 1 1/4 cup oat milk
- 3 tbsp heavy cream, whipped
- 1 1/2 tsp caramel sauce
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients for the apple crisp frappuccino.
- Cook the apples with brown sugar and cinnamon for about 8 minutes, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens. Strain, then set the cinnamon apple syrup aside.
- Add the coffee and ice to your blender and blend on High until the consistency is similar to a slushy.
- Add the oat milk and homemade apple syrup, then blend again until smooth.
- Pour the frappuccino into a glass and top with heavy cream, caramel drizzle, and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can use apple cider for the apple syrup! Just combine 1/4 cup of apple cider with 1/4 cup brown sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 2 cinnamon sticks, bring to a boil, and simmer for 8 minutes.
- If you prefer the Starbucks apple crisp macchiato over the apple frappuccino, just add about 3 tablespoons of your homemade apple brown sugar syrup to the bottom of a glass. Pour in 3/4 cup of oat milk, add ice, and slowly pour a shot of espresso over the ice.
- Don’t want to use a blender? Convert this apple crisp frappuccino into the famous Starbucks apple crisp shaken espresso! Fill a mason jar with ice, add your apple syrup and espresso, seal it, and shake until frothy. Pour over ice and top with oat milk.
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