Starbucks Secret Menu: Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino (ingredients, taste, variations, sizes, copycat recipe, caffeine, calories, and more information)
Did you know you can get a frappuccino version of the Ferrero Raffaello truffles? This frappuccino is called the Starbucks Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino.
The Starbucks Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino is a Starbucks secret menu frappuccino prepared with a white mocha frappuccino, coconut syrup, and coconut flakes. I adore the coconut Raffaello balls (I know I’m not the only one). I was elated when I stumbled upon the Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino while browsing the Starbucks secret menu. But, I was skeptical that a frappuccino could taste just like these treats, so I ordered the smallest size just to taste.
In this post, I am sharing everything I learned about this frappuccino, including its taste, nutritional values, caffeine levels, and how you can prepare it at home.
Table of Contents
A brief history of the drink
The Starbucks Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino was created in 2015 by a Starbucks Partner, Jenifer G, from Flowery Branch in Georgia. The base drink for this frappuccino and the syrup used in its preparation took over in 2015, a few months before the Starbucks Partner came up with this recipe.
Is Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino still available at Starbucks?
Yes. This frappuccino is available in all Starbucks shops and on the app and website, but only during spring and summer because this is when all the ingredients are available. Although the base drink is available throughout the year, the coconut syrup and coconut flakes are only stocked during summer. They are seasonal ingredients. So, it’s only at this season that you can be able to indulge in this frappuccino.
Starbucks Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino (ingredients, taste, variations, sizes, caffeine, calories)
What’s in a Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino? – (Ingredients)
The ingredients in this frappuccino include:
- White Mocha Frappuccino: This is the base beverage of the Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino prepared with coffee, coffee frappuccino syrup, milk, ice, and white chocolate mocha sauce.
- Coconut Syrup: A few coconut syrup pumps are added to bring out bright coconut flavors in the drink. Starbucks coconut syrup has natural flavors, citric acid, water, sugar, and potassium sorbate.
- Coconut flakes: Coconut flakes are blended into the frappuccino to add more coconut flavors and a bit of texture. Starbucks coconut flakes are simply dried coconut shavings.
- Whipped cream and coconut flakes topping: These are the toppings of the frappuccino and add more flavor and sweetness to the frappuccino. The whipped cream is simply heavy whipping cream and vanilla syrup.
Starbucks Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino: Sizes, nutrition, caffeine, and calories
What sizes are available?
The Starbucks Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino is served in three sizes; tall (12fl oz.), Grande (16fl oz.), and venti (24fl oz.). Since Starbucks frappuccinos usually incorporate ice, the usual “short” size isn’t used for frappuccinos. So, for a kid, anyone who simply wants to try the frappuccino, or those on a diet, the tall size is the smallest and most suitable. The Grande size is the most popular size for this frappuccino, while the venti size is typically for those that don’t mind many calories and somewhat high levels of sugar, fats, and other nutrients.
Nutritional facts
Like most Starbucks frappuccinos, this drink is healthy, provided that it’s consumed reasonably. Although the nutrients in this drink aren’t considered useful in the body by medical professionals, they are within the daily limit recommended.
Note that the nutritional values in this frappuccino aren’t fixed. Depending on the modifications one makes to the drink, they can vary, so it’s possible to have two cups of frappuccinos in the same size but with dramatically differing nutritional values.
The nutritional facts per 16fl oz. serving of the standard Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino are;
| Calories | 420 |
| Nutritional Values (per grande serving) | % Daily Value |
| Total fat (17g)
Saturated fat (11g) Trans fat (0mg) | 22%
55% – |
| Protein (5g) | – |
| Cholesterol (45mg) | 15% |
| Sugar (61g) | – |
| Total carbs (61g) | 22% |
| Sodium (260mg) | 11% |
| Dietary fiber (0g) | – |
Caffeine information
The caffeine amounts in this frappuccino are 65mg in tall, 95mg in Grande, and 125mg in the venti size. Caffeine in this drink is from the coffee and coffee frappuccino syrup used. These amounts aren’t constant. They heavily depend on the amount of coffee a customer asks the barista to use. The more coffee and frappuccino syrup pumps a customer asks, the more caffeine they’ll consume.
So, what does Starbucks Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino taste like?
The Starbucks Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino is sweet, delicious, buttery, and tasty with bright coconut and light chocolate flavors. It tastes just like the Italian Raffaello truffle. This frappuccino’s delicious buttery nature is because of the base beverage, while the coconut flavors are from the coconut syrup and coconut flakes used. The chocolate flavors come from the base drink’s white chocolate mocha sauce.
Ways to customize Starbucks Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino at Starbucks – Starbucks Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino variations
Generally, whole milk is used in this frappuccino but ask the barista for the milk you prefer.
The amount of coconut syrup and flakes used can be adjusted upon your request to suit how rich you want the coconut flavors in your frappuccino.
The amount of coffee used to prepare the base beverage can also be customized.
Also, depending on how rich you want chocolate flavors in the frappuccino, ask the barista to modify the amount of white chocolate mocha sauce used.
How to make Starbucks Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino at home – Starbucks Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino copycat recipe
Starbucks Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino copycat recipe
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of coconut shavings.
- 1 ½ cups of milk.
- ½ teaspoon of xanthan gum.
- 2 espresso shots/ 2 tablespoons of instant coffee powder.
- 1 cup of crushed ice.
- Whipped cream.
- 2 tablespoons of coconut syrup.
- 2 tablespoons of white chocolate chips.
- 2 tablespoons of chocolate syrup.
Instructions
- Except for whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and coconut shavings, blend all the ingredients until perfectly mixed and smooth.
- Serve the frappuccino in a tall glass, top it with whipped cream, drizzle chocolate syrup, and sprinkle coconut shavings. Enjoy.
Notes
- Use any milk you prefer.
- Depending on how caffeinated you want your frappuccino, adjust the amount of instant coffee powder or the number of espresso shots to your preference.
- Xanthan gum is optional in this recipe but great for a smooth and thick frappuccino.
- Use any brand of coconut syrup; even homemade coconut syrup will work perfectly in this recipe.
INFORMATIVE SECTION
How do you order Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino from the Starbucks app?
Order a regular White Mocha Frappuccino. In the instructions box, request the barista to “Kindly blend in coconut flakes, add 2 pumps of coconut syrup, and sprinkle extra coconut flakes on top of whipped cream”.
Does Starbucks have Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino all year round?
No. This frappuccino is only available during summer and spring when Starbucks has coconut syrup.
Is the Starbucks Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino healthy?
This isn’t the healthiest drink at Starbucks, as it is high in sugar and fat.
How much is the Starbucks Ferrero Raffaello Frappuccino?
The Grande size is approximately $4.75.
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