Strawberry Funnel Cake Frappe Recipe
The delightful Strawberry Funnel Cake Frappe! This recipe blends ripe strawberries, creamy goodness, and buttery funnel cake syrup into a nostalgic summer treat. Topped with whipped cream and powdered sugar-coated funnel cake pieces for extra decadence.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Blender
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon or whisk
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Baking sheet (optional, if toasting sprinkles)
Ingredients
Funnel Cake Syrup:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ¼ cups water
- 1 small cinnamon stick
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Funnel Cake Sprinkles (Sugar Funnel Cake Topping):
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Strawberry Funnel Cake Frappé Base:
- ¼ cup strong brewed coffee double espresso, or cold brew
- 1 cup funnel cake syrup from recipe above
- ¼ cup milk any kind – dairy or non-dairy
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons strawberry purée
- Funnel cake sprinkles from recipe above
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup sugar, 1¼ cups water, the cinnamon stick, and ⅛ teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8–10 minutes.
- Remove the cinnamon stick and let syrup cool. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add melted butter and vanilla extract. Stir until a crumbly texture forms.
- For a crunchy texture, spread the mixture on a baking sheet and toast at 350°F (175°C) for 5–7 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Let cool.
- In a blender, combine coffee, funnel cake syrup, ice cubes, and milk. Blend until smooth and frothy. Add 1–2 tablespoons of strawberry purée and pulse a couple of times to swirl (or mix in fully for a pink frappé).
- Pour the frappé into a tall glass. Top with whipped cream (optional), strawberry purée drizzle, and a generous sprinkle of funnel cake topping.
- Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy the carnival vibes!
Notes
If you have dietary restrictions, you can easily adapt this recipe. Use dairy-free ice cream and milk alternatives like almond or oat milk to make it vegan. Gluten-free flour can replace regular flour in the funnel cake.