Starbucks Secret Menu: Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino (Ingredients, taste, variations, sizes, copycat recipe, caffeine, calories & more information)

One of the least-known yet most delicious Starbucks secret menu drinks is the Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino. Read on to learn everything about this frappuccino.

Growing up, my grandmother made coconut cream pie every weekend. I loved this tradition because I enjoyed my favorite dessert with my family. I was ecstatic when I learned about the Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino. In a few hours, I had mastered the recipe and rushed to my local Starbucks store to have a taste. In this article, I have shared everything about the Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino, including how you can prepare it at home. Keep reading to learn more.

Brief History of the drink

The Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie frappuccino is a secret menu drink, and the first variation of this beverage did not last because its ingredients were seasonal. However, the second variation that used ingredients available throughout the year emerged.

At first, only a few Starbucks customers were aware of this frappuccino. Then in the summer of 2016, the Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino became famous after one Jamie W. shared this recipe with Starbucks, and the company shared it with their customers online.

Is Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino still available at Starbucks?

Yes. The Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino is available at Starbucks. Because this frappuccino is a secret menu drink, it can be ordered anytime, provided Starbucks has the ingredients. Thankfully, all the ingredients used to prepare this frappuccino are available at Starbucks all year round.

Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino (Ingredients, taste, variations, sizes, caffeine, and calories)

What’s in a Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino – (Ingredients)

The Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino is prepared with;

• Vanilla Bean Frappuccino with coconut milk: This is the foundation of the coconut cream pie frappuccino, consisting of vanilla bean powder, whipped cream, milk, crème frappuccino syrup, and ice.
• Hazelnut Syrup: Hazelnut syrup, which has flavoring, sugar, preservatives, and water, is used to bring out the light nutty flavors in this frappuccino.
• Toffee nut syrup: Toffee nut syrup is made from water, preservatives, sugar, and flavorings and is used in this frappuccino to add nutty flavors and sweeten them.
• Whipped cream: Starbucks whipped cream contains vanilla syrup and heavy whipping cream and is used as a topping in this frappuccino.
• Caramel Drizzle (optional): If a customer wishes, caramel syrup is drizzled on top of the whipped cream for aesthetics and to add light caramel flavors.

Depending on the size of the frappuccino, the number of syrup pumps used will vary. Typically, one pump of hazelnut syrup and toffee nut syrup is used in the tall-sized frappuccino, one and a half pumps in the Grande size, and two pumps in the Venti size.

Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino: Sizes, nutrition, caffeine, and calories

What sizes are available?

The Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino is available in three sizes; tall (12fl oz.), Grande (16fl oz.), and Venti (24fl oz.). If you’re trying this frappuccino for the first time, it is wise to start with the tall size before progressing to bigger sizes because most people find it too sweet.

Nutritional facts

Overall, this frappuccino is healthy if consumed in moderation and occasionally, one cup once in a while.

The following are the nutritional values of the Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino per 24fl oz. serving;

470 calories, 160 calories from fat, 18g of total fat, 11g of saturated fat, 0.5g of trans fat, 55mg of cholesterol, 330mg of sodium, 68g of total carbs, 0g of dietary fiber, 68g of sugar and 7g of protein. These values are based on a 2000 caloric diet and change depending on the specific modifications made to the frappuccino.

The table below has summarized the dietary values discussed above and includes the percentage a nutrient contributes to the diet.

Calories	470
Dietary Values (per Grande serving)	% Daily Value
Total fat (18g)   Saturated fat (11g) Trans fat (0.5g)	23%   55% –
Sugars (68g)	–
Protein (7g)	–
Cholesterol (55mg)	18%
Sodium (330mg)	14%
Total carbs (68g)	25%
Dietary fiber (0g)	–

Caffeine information

The Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino has 0mg of caffeine. This frappuccino is prepared with a crème frappuccino base instead of the coffee frappuccino base, and it does not have any coffee in it.

So, what does Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino taste like?

The Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino tastes just like coconut cream pie. This frappuccino is sweet and sugary with a light coconut taste and warm and nutty flavors from toffee nut and hazelnut syrups.

Ways to customize Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino at Starbucks – Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino variations

If you prefer a caffeinated frappuccino, you can request that the barista add espresso shots. Tell them the number of espresso shots you want and the roast you prefer.

You can also adjust the number of vanilla bean powder scoops used in your frappuccino. The number of syrup pumps used to sweeten and flavor your frappuccino can also be adjusted. You can ask for more or fewer syrup pumps.

Additionally, you can tweak the whipped cream used to garnish the drink and request for caramel sauce to be drizzled on top for more flavor.

Note that these customizations will cost you extra.

How to make Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino at home – Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino Copycat Recipe

INFORMATIVE SECTION

How do you order a Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino from the Starbucks app?

To order a Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino from the Starbucks app, simply order a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino with coconut milk as you usually would and under the “Customizations” section, add hazelnut and toffee nut syrup, then place your order.

Does Starbucks have Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino all year round?

Yes. This is so because all the ingredients are available throughout.

Is the Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino healthy?

No. This frappuccino has many calories and sugar; excess consumption is dangerous. However, occasional consumption in moderation is fine.

How much is the Starbucks Coconut Cream Pie Frappuccino?

The price of this frappuccino depends on the customizations you make, the size you order, and your location. The general price is around $4.50 for the Grande size.