VANILLA BEAN FROZEN DRINK - LIKE STARBUCKS

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Vanilla Bean Frozen Drink - Like Starbucks image

Lighter and more refreshing than a vanilla milk shake, this is similar to Starbuck's non-coffee Vanilla Bean frozen drink. Time includes making and cooling the vanilla syrup. You could use commercially-prepared vanilla syrup, instead.

Provided by Lise in Indiana

Categories     Smoothies

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups granulated sugar
2 cups water
2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
2 cups ice, crushed
1 cup milk
1/3 cup vanilla-flavored syrup
2 tablespoons whipped cream, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • make the syrup: combine sugar and water in a saucepan.
  • bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer 5 minutes stirring occasionally.
  • off heat, stir in the vanilla paste, cool completely.
  • to make drink: place ice in blender, chop.
  • add milk and vanilla syrup.
  • blend until smooth.
  • you might need to stop and start the blender and scrape down the sides to get a smooth blend.
  • pour into chilled 8 oz. glasses.
  • top with whipped cream, if desired.
  • add a straw and enjoy!
  • remaining syrup can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.

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