Pumpkin Ginger Snap Frappuccinos are the epitome of dessert in a glass. With a dash of crumbled gingersnaps laying atop a blend of fresh pumpkin and whipped espresso cream, this hot treat is simply divine! And a HUGE fall favorite!
If you’re a beginner to the world of Frappuccino, then our Pumpkin Gingersnap Frappuccino in Mason Jars are the best for newbies!
The smoothness of the pumpkin ice cream blended with crumbled ginger is a delicious initiation into ice coffee.
The iced coffee craze began in the mid-90s. However, it quickly revamped into a cultural norm for college kids, tech gurus, and now every day 9 to 5’ers.
Although the pumpkin and gingersnaps give you enough spice to be satisfied, it’s the touch of cinnamon that does it for me.
That pinch of cinnamon tones down the tang of ginger just enough that it really does feel like you’re drinking a dessert! Either I have a blast creating these, and at a max prep time of 10 minutes, I know you will enjoy them too.
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What Are Ginger Snap Frappucinos
Gingersnap Fraps used to be a Secret Menu Starbucks item only. They were one of the ones that you had to hope the Barista’s knew how to make, otherwise, you were standing there telling them how to make it or pulling it up on your phone so they can write all the info on the cups.
We took the classic Gingersnap Frap and gave it an extra fall flavored twist, to create the Pumpkin Gringersnap Frap.
Gingersnap and Pumpkin Frappuccino Ingredients
Looking for the ingredients to give these a try? Here’s what you’ll need:
- Pumpkin ice cream
- Ginger snap cookies
- Milk – See our variation suggestions below
- Espresso (optional) – but recommended if you’re a caffeine lover
- Cinnamon
- Whipped Cream – for a dairy free/vegan option try cocowhip or almond milk whipped cream.
Tools Needed
How To Create The Best Pumpkin Ginger Snap Frappuccino
- In a blender, add pumpkin ice cream, three (3) ginger snaps, and cold milk and mix on high until well blended.
- Next, transfer your mix into a mason jar and set it aside.
- Grab your shot of espresso and cinnamon and blend together until smooth.
- Once blended, transfer into pumpkin mixture and stir until it blends.
- Take whipped cream and place it on top of the pumpkin mixture.
- In a ziplock bag, crush 1 additional ginger snap cookie and use this to top the whipped topping along with extra cinnamon.
- Enjoy!
What Is A Frappuccino?
If you are a big fan of iced coffee then at some point you’ve tried Frappuccino.
Introduced in 1994 by The Coffee Connection (later purchased by Starbucks), these little sips of milk, cream, and coffee heaven pack a powerful punch!
Frappuccinos have evolved from their original ingredient trio to now include syrups, spices, and even liquours!
They’re a coffee lover’s playground if you like to experiment with exotic flavors and whip cream mixes.
Yet, it’s deemed a powerful punch because Frappuccino can have as much as 200 mg of caffeine per 12 fl oz! This means that your gourmet dessert coffee is more than just a cute arrangement of swirls and milk- it’s an energy superhero!
Pumpkin Gingersnap Frap Recipe Variations
- Leave out the pumpkin ice cream for a classic Gingersnap Frap.
- Substitute the pumpkin ice cream for your other favorite fall flavor. Think apple pie ice cream or pumpkin spice ice cream.
- Substitute your regular milk with half and half, almond milk, coconut milk, whole milk, skim milk, or oat milk.
- Instead of Pumpkin Ice Cream, try pumpkin pie filling or pumpkin puree with vanilla ice cream as a base.
Do You Need The Homemade Cinnamon Espresso Whipped Cream?
Absolutely you do! This homemade flavored whipped cream recipe really adds a nice touch to the Pumpkin Ginger snap cookie Frappuccino drink.
Can You Make This Frappuccino Ahead Of Time?
We don’t recommend making this recipe ahead of time. With the nature of using ice cream in it, and blending all your ingredients together, you have a higher risk of everything melting faster.
So, wait to make this until you’re ready to enjoy it!
Other Mason Jar Recipes To Try Out
- Caramel Brulee Latte Mason Jars | Impress your friends and family or secretly indulge yourself with these jars, we swear we won’t tell a soul.
- Brown Sugar Oat Milk Mason Jars | Perfect for a traveling work week or window shopping, these oat jars are sure to become a regular thing.
- Pumpkin Pie Smoothie Mason Jars | A sheer delight with an unbeatable prep time of just 5 minutes!
- Pancake Mix in a Mason Jar | The absolute best base to use for classic and gourmet pancake creations! Great for time saving, meal prepping and would make the perfect gift.
- Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip Mason Jars| A festive treat layered with cream cheese and an abundance of gingersnaps!
Pumpkin Ginger Snap Frappuccino
Ingredients
- 5 scoops Pumpkin ice cream
- 4 Ginger snap cookies
- 1 cup Milk
Whipped Topping Ingredients
- 1 shot Espresso (optional)
- 1/3 tsp Cinnamon
Instructions
- In a blender, add pumpkin ice cream, three (3) ginger snaps and cold milk and mix on high until well blended.
- Next, transfer your mix into a mason jar and set aside.
- Grab your shot of espresso and cinnamon and blend together until smooth.
- Once blended, transfer into pumpkin mixture and stir until it blends.
- Take whipped cream and place on top of pumpkin mixture.
- In a ziplock bag, crush 1 additional ginger snap cookie and use this to top the whipped topping along with extra cinnamon.
- Enjoy!
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