Vegan Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino (Starbucks Copycat)

This vegan pumpkin spice Frappuccino is a quick and easy Starbucks copycat you can make at home in just 5 minutes! Made with real pumpkin puree, coffee, pumpkin pie spice and your favourite non-dairy milk, it’s cold, creamy and packed with flavour.

One of my favourite things about making it at home is that you can adjust the sweetness exactly how you like it. Start with less sugar, taste, and add more if you want a sweeter drink.

You can use chilled coffee or espresso for the best thick and icy texture, but don’t worry if you haven’t planned ahead. Freshly brewed coffee works too, and I’ll show you how below.

Learn how to make your own vegan pumpkin spice frappuccino in just a few minutes!

Why You’ll Love This Vegan Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino

• Ready in just 5 minutes. Everything goes into the blender for a quick fall drink whenever the craving hits.
• Made with real pumpkin. Pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice give it that classic cosy fall flavour.
• Easy to customise. Adjust the sweetness, ice and coffee strength to make it exactly how you like it.
• Regular or decaf. Use your favourite coffee, espresso or decaf for a caffeine-free version.

How To Make The Copycat Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino

For the thickest, iciest Frappuccino, use chilled coffee or cold brew. If you haven’t planned ahead, freshly brewed coffee works too. Just keep in mind that you may need a little extra ice to compensate for the warm coffee.

Start by adding the ice to your blender and pulsing it a few times to break it into smaller pieces.

Add the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, coffee and non-dairy milk. You can also add vegan creamer for an extra creamy texture.

Blend until smooth and creamy. If the ice starts sticking to the sides of the blender, stop, scrape down the sides and continue blending until everything is completely smooth.

Pour into a tall glass and top with vegan whipped cream, cinnamon and a drizzle of Vegan Caramel Sauce if you like.

Don’t forget to serve this with something yummy like Vegan Snickerdoodle Cookies or Fudgy Vegan Pumpkin Brownies.

Does a Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino Have Caffeine?

Yes, this vegan pumpkin spice Frappuccino contains caffeine when made with regular coffee or espresso. However, you can easily use decaf coffee or decaf espresso instead without changing the rest of the recipe.

I often make mine with decaf, and it still has all the same creamy pumpkin spice flavour without the caffeine.

Top Tips for the Best Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino

• Use chilled coffee if possible. It helps create a thicker, frostier Frappuccino without needing as much ice.
• Adjust the sweetness to your taste. Start with the recipe amount, then taste and add more if you prefer a sweeter drink. The original recipe was deliberately designed this way.
• Adjust the consistency. Add more ice for a thicker Frappuccino or a splash more non-dairy milk if it’s too thick.
• Don’t worry if the ice clumps. Stop the blender, scrape down the sides and blend again until smooth and creamy, just as the original method recommends.

Prefer your pumpkin spice warm? Try my Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte for all the same cosy fall flavours without the ice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make a pumpkin spice Frappuccino with decaf coffee?

Absolutely. Simply use decaf coffee or decaf espresso in place of regular coffee. The original recipe notes that Victoria often makes hers with decaf and it still turns out well.

How do I make my pumpkin spice Frappuccino thicker?

Use chilled coffee and add a little more ice until you reach the consistency you like. If you use freshly brewed hot coffee, you may need extra ice to get that thick, icy Frappuccino texture.

Can I make it without pumpkin pie spice?

Yes. You can replace pumpkin pie spice with a mixture of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves. If you don’t have all of those spices, cinnamon alone will still give the drink a warm fall flavour.

This vegan pumpkin spice Frappuccino is such an easy way to enjoy those cosy fall flavours while it’s still warm enough for an icy drink. With real pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice and coffee, it’s creamy, refreshing and ready in just 5 minutes.