Copycat McDonalds Chips Ahoy Frappe Recipe

McDonalds Chips Ahoy Frappe brings the nostalgic joy of cookies and cream into a rich, icy drink that feels like a treat for every season. With its creamy blend of chocolate chip cookie flavor, sweet mocha base, and crunchy cookie pieces on top, this frappe captures the spirit of dessert in drink form. 

What Is McDonalds Chips Ahoy Frappe?

McDonald’s Chips Ahoy Frappe is a limited-time blended iced drink that mixes a base similar to their mocha frappe with cookie-flavored syrup and bits of Chips Ahoy cookies. 

Ingredients:

For The Frappe Base:

• 1 cup cold strong coffee (or 1 shot espresso + ¾ cup cold milk)
• 1 cup whole milk (or any preferred milk alternative)
• 1½ cups ice cubes
• 3 tablespoons chocolate syrup (or mocha syrup)
• 1 tablespoon cookie flavored syrup (optional, but adds that Chips Ahoy taste)
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or to taste)
• 2 Chips Ahoy cookies (broken into pieces)

For The Topping:

• Whipped cream (about ¼ cup per serving)
• 1–2 Chips Ahoy cookies crumbled for garnish
• Drizzle of chocolate syrup for the finish

Instructions:

1. Brew and cool the coffee: Brew your coffee or espresso and let it cool to room temperature. For a richer flavor, you can chill it in the fridge for 15–20 minutes.
2. Prepare the blender: Add coffee, milk, ice cubes, chocolate syrup, cookie syrup, and sugar to a high-speed blender.
3. Add cookie pieces: Toss in two Chips Ahoy cookies broken into chunks. This creates that signature cookie texture and flavor throughout the drink.
4. Blend until smooth: Blend on high for about 30–45 seconds until the mixture is smooth, frothy, and slightly thick. You can adjust the texture by adding more ice for a thicker drink or a splash of milk for a thinner one.
5. Assemble the frappé: Pour into a tall glass, leaving space for toppings. Swirl a spoonful of chocolate syrup inside the glass before pouring for a café-style presentation.
6. Top it off: Add a generous dollop of whipped cream, sprinkle crumbled Chips Ahoy cookies on top, and drizzle with chocolate syrup.
7. Serve immediately: Insert a wide straw and enjoy the creamy, cookie-rich blend while it’s cold and thick.

Tips For The Perfect McDonalds Chips Ahoy Frappe:

• Use cold coffee: Warm coffee will melt the ice too quickly and thin the texture.
• Cookie flavor boost: If you don’t have cookie syrup, add ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract and a pinch of crushed cookies for depth.
• Sweetness control: Start with less sugar and taste before adding more; Chips Ahoy and syrups already add sweetness.
• Texture variation: For extra chunkiness, blend half the cookie pieces first and stir in the rest at the end.
• Presentation idea: Serve in a frosted glass with a cookie half-dipped in whipped cream for a photo-ready look.

What To Serve With

Light And Crunchy Snacks:

• Butter or Shortbread Cookies: Their mild, buttery flavor complements the cookie bits in the McDonalds Chips Ahoy Frappe.
• Mini Pretzels: The hint of salt enhances the chocolate and cookie flavors beautifully.
• Graham Crackers or Biscotti: Ideal for dipping into the frappe while sipping.

Savory Breakfast Or Brunch Foods:

• Egg and Cheese Croissant: The soft, buttery layers pair nicely with the creamy frappe.
• Ham and Swiss Breakfast Sandwich: The savory richness contrasts gently with the sweet drink.
• Mini Quiches or Breakfast Muffins: They add substance to the meal while keeping the focus on the frappe as the sweet centerpiece.

Desserts:

• Chocolate Chip Cookies: Classic pairing that doubles the cookie joy.
• Brownies or Cookie Bars: Their dense texture complements the smooth drink.
• Mini Cheesecakes: The creamy base and cookie crust blend naturally with the frappe’s sweetness.
• Ice Cream Sandwiches: Especially good if you want an indulgent café dessert combo.

Fruit-Based Sides For Freshness:

• Sliced Strawberries or Raspberries: Their mild tartness brightens the flavor of the McDonalds Chips ahoy frappe.
• Banana Slices with Peanut Butter: The nutty sweetness works well with the cookie theme.
• Mixed Berry Parfait: Layers of yogurt, granola, and fruit create a refreshing side.

Café-Style Combinations:

• Panini or Toasted Sandwiches: Turkey and cheese or tomato and mozzarella work well.
• Muffins or Scones: Blueberry, chocolate chip, or cinnamon scones pair wonderfully with the mocha and cookie flavors.
• Mini Donuts: Bite-sized and easy to serve alongside frappes.

Health Benefits

• Calcium & dairy-based nutrients: Because frappes typically use milk or ice-cream bases, you will get calcium, some protein and other dairy-derived nutrients. For example, some similar frappe drinks from McDonald’s show tens of milligrams of calcium among their micronutrient listings.
• Energy boost: A frappe with coffee or mocha/chocolate flavours (as often with McDonald’s frappes) may offer a mild caffeine boost. For example, McDonald’s frappes in the UK have been reported to contain between 47 mg and 189 mg caffeine, depending on size and flavour.
• Satisfying craving & portion control: Sometimes a treat like this can help satisfy a sweet craving, so you may avoid overindulging in multiple smaller snacks. Having a single, enjoyable drink-dessert may assist some people in staying within their treat budget and not feeling deprived.
• Enjoyment & mental health: The psychological benefit of a pleasurable treat, flavourful, sweet, and fun, should not be dismissed. Enjoying something you like can support mood, help you relax or provide a “reward” moment, which is part of overall wellness.

Final Thoughts

Recreating this frappe at home brings that same warm, flavorful charm into your kitchen. With a few familiar ingredients and a bit of creativity, you can craft a drink that feels festive and satisfying.

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• Copycat Trader Joe’s Lemonade Recipe
• Copycat Chick-fil-A’s Cherry Berry Sunjoy Recipe
• Copycat Chick-fil-A Cherry Berry Sprite Recipe
• Copycat Dutch Bros H2O Recipe
• Homemade Minute Maid Lemonade Recipe 

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McDonalds Chips Ahoy Frappe

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Serves: 4 Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cooking Time: 20 Minutes 20 Minutes Nutrition facts: 540 calories 16 grams fat

Ingredients

For The Frappe Base:

• 1 cup cold strong coffee (or 1 shot espresso + ¾ cup cold milk)
• 1 cup whole milk (or any preferred milk alternative)
• 1½ cups ice cubes
• 3 tablespoons chocolate syrup (or mocha syrup)
• 1 tablespoon cookie flavored syrup (optional, but adds that Chips Ahoy taste)
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or to taste)
• 2 Chips Ahoy cookies (broken into pieces)

For The Topping:

• Whipped cream (about ¼ cup per serving)
• 1–2 Chips Ahoy cookies crumbled for garnish
• Drizzle of chocolate syrup for the finish

Instructions

1. Brew and cool the coffee: Brew your coffee or espresso and let it cool to room temperature. For a richer flavor, you can chill it in the fridge for 15–20 minutes.
2. Prepare the blender: Add coffee, milk, ice cubes, chocolate syrup, cookie syrup, and sugar to a high-speed blender.
3. Add cookie pieces: Toss in two Chips Ahoy cookies broken into chunks. This creates that signature cookie texture and flavor throughout the drink.
4. Blend until smooth: Blend on high for about 30–45 seconds until the mixture is smooth, frothy, and slightly thick. You can adjust the texture by adding more ice for a thicker drink or a splash of milk for a thinner one.
5. Assemble the frappé: Pour into a tall glass, leaving space for toppings. Swirl a spoonful of chocolate syrup inside the glass before pouring for a café-style presentation.
6. Top it off: Add a generous dollop of whipped cream, sprinkle crumbled Chips Ahoy cookies on top, and drizzle with chocolate syrup.
7. Serve immediately: Insert a wide straw and enjoy the creamy, cookie-rich blend while it’s cold and thick.