McDonald's Mocha Frappe (Copycat Mocha Frappuccino Recipe)

This McDonald's mocha frappe recipe is a quick and easy way to bring your morning coffee to the next level. This frappuccino is creamy, frothy, chocolatey, and refreshingly icy. Plus, best of all, it's made with only a couple of common, everyday ingredients.

The Best McDonald's Mocha Frappe

Honestly, there's nothing better than fresh coffee to perk you up in the morning. I mean, the delicious smell of roasted coffee beans itself is enough to make you jump out of bed and get excited for the day ahead. Atleast that's what the smell does to me.

So, it should come as no surprise that I am so excited to share this quick and easy McDonald's mocha frappe recipe with you. McDonald's frappuccinos are delicious, creamy, and have a bold, rich flavor that is blended up with just the perfect amount of ice.

And trust me, this recipe is no different! This mocha frappe recipe is so smooth and it has the perfect balance of brewed coffee and sweet chocolate.

Oh, and there are so many ways you can personalize this sweet blended coffee. For example, you can use flavored syrup drizzles when you make it, coffee ice cubes to add a more caffeinated punch to it, or even some flavored heavy cream for added flavor. The options are basically endless when it comes to customizing it.

By the way, if you're looking for more tasty drinks to jump-start your day, you have to give this iced white chocolate mocha, vanilla sweet cream cold foam, and salted caramel cream cold brew a try!

And all it takes is a few minutes, and simple ingredients for you to taste this delicious blended coffee. So, let's see what you need to make this copycat McDonald's mocha frappé!

Ingredients

Ok, so this recipe is so easy to make. It only takes about a minute from start to finish to whip up, and it uses super simple ingredients.

Here's what you'll need to make this McDonald's mocha frappé:

• 3 cups Coffee
• ¼ cup Sugar
• 2 cups Milk
• 1 cup Half and Half
• 2 cups Ice Cubes
• Chocolate Syrup (¼ to ⅓ cup depending on how chocolatey you want it)
• Whipped Cream

See? Super simple stuff, right!

And you can use almost all of these ingredients to make this pumpkin cream cold brew, so you'll definitely want to make that during the fall season.

Mocha Frappe Ingredient Substitutions

One of the best things about making a homemade McDonald’s mocha frappe is that you can easily customize it to your taste and dietary needs. Here are some simple swaps that work beautifully:

• Milk Options: This recipe calls for 2 cups of milk plus 1 cup of half-and-half, but you can use whatever you prefer. Whole milk makes the frappe extra creamy, while 2% or skim milk creates a lighter drink. For even more indulgence, add a splash of sweetened condensed milk—it thickens the frappe and adds a subtle caramel-like sweetness.
• Dairy-Free Alternatives: To make a dairy-free mocha frappe, try oat milk for creaminess, almond milk for a nutty flavor, or soy milk for a mild, slightly sweet base. These plant-based milks blend well and still give you a frothy texture.
• Flavored Creamers: Swap the half-and-half for a flavored creamer to boost the flavor. Mocha or vanilla creamer works especially well to enhance the chocolatey notes in this copycat recipe.
• Coffee Options: Freshly brewed coffee that’s been chilled is perfect here, but you can also use store-bought iced coffee or cold brew to save time. Cold brew gives a smoother, less acidic flavor, while iced coffee makes the drink bolder. Both are great depending on your preference. (If you brew extra coffee, use it in my McDonald's iced coffee recipe for another fun drink.)
• Whipped Cream: A McDonald’s frappe isn’t complete without whipped cream. You can use store-bought, but making your own with heavy whipping cream takes just a few minutes and makes the drink taste even more indulgent.

With these easy substitutions, you can adapt this recipe to be creamier, lighter, dairy-free, or even more chocolatey—just the way you like it.

How To Make McDonald's Mocha Frappe

As I've mentioned a few times, this recipe takes just minutes to make, and it could not be any easier. Honestly, it's easier and quicker than picking up coffee from the drive-thru! And it's much cheaper too. Now, without further adieu, here's how to make McDonald's mocha frappe!

Step 1: Blend the Ingredients

First, you're going to add the coffee, sugar, milk, half and half, chocolate syrup, and ice cubes to a blender. Then, pulse the blender to mix all the ingredients, and blend until you get an icy frappuccino consistency.

Step 2: Serve

Now you're going to pour the blended coffee into one large glass or two small glasses. Then, to finish it off, put some whipped topping on it and drizzle with chocolate syrup. 

How To Store McDonald's Mocha Frappe

This mocha frappe is so delicious, but it does make a lot of frappe deliciousness. I mean, 6 cups of cappuccino is awesome if you're hosting, but it might be a tad to much if it's just you at home by yourself.

So, I recommend either halving the recipe if you think it'll be too much coffee for you. Or, if you do end up with some left-over you can always store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours!  Then, whenever you want to drink it, just blend it up again, so everything is nice and combined.

Now, what I like to do when I'm thinking about making this mocha frappuccino is to make the brewed coffee ahead of time, so I can whip up this drink in minutes! So, if you want to do what I do, and brew your own coffee, you can store it in a sealed glass jar or container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Mocha Frappe FAQS

Can I make a McDonald’s mocha frappe without a blender?

Yes! The blender gives the frappe its signature icy texture, but you can use a food processor or an immersion blender in a tall cup or container. In a pinch, shake all the ingredients with crushed ice in a mason jar—your frappe won’t be as smooth, but it will still taste delicious.

How do I make a mocha frappe sugar-free?

To make a sugar-free mocha frappe, swap the sugar and chocolate syrup for sugar-free alternatives, such as stevia, monk fruit sweetener, and sugar-free chocolate syrup. Using unsweetened almond or oat milk also helps keep the drink lower in sugar.

What coffee is best for a mocha frappe?

Cold brew or strong brewed coffee works best. Cold brew makes the frappe smoother and less acidic, while chilled espresso or strong drip coffee gives a bolder, more authentic flavor. Store-bought iced coffee is also a quick option for convenience—it's what I use the majority of the time.

Can I make a mocha frappe dairy-free?

Absolutely! Replace the milk and half-and-half with oat milk for creaminess or almond milk for a lighter option. Use dairy-free whipped cream or skip it entirely to keep your mocha frappe vegan-friendly.

Wrapping It All Up

Well, that's how to make a Mcdonald's mocha frappe from scratch!

Seriously, this mocha frappe recipe is so easy to make that you'll love making it as your go-to coffee in the morning.

No more sitting in the drive-thru waiting to spend money on this frozen coffee, now you can have it at home any time you want!

If you tried making this mocha frappe, let me know how your experience was in the comments below.

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More McDonald's Copycat Recipes

If you enjoyed this McDonald's mocha frappe recipe, we have a ton of copycat McDonald's recipes on the blog!

Give one of these a try next: 

• McDonald's caramel frappe
• McDonald's milkshake
  
• McDonald's sweet tea
• McDonald's biscuits
  
• McDonald's chicken nuggets
• McDonald's breakfast sauce
• McDonald's steak bagel