If you are looking for a tangy summer drink Starbucks Key Lime Pie Frappuccino is the one for you. Let us see how it is made.

Key lime pie has been one of my best desserts ever since I was young. Today it reminds me of my hometown and my mother. When I discovered that Starbucks has a Frappuccino that mimics the flavor of the key lime pie, I had to try one, and I loved every single sip. I decided to head out and look for a way to make it at home. In this post, I will share a simple recipe and some facts about this fantastic Frappuccino, so read on.

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Brief history of the drink

Frappuccinos at Starbucks date back to 1995 when they were first introduced to their menu. Over the years, they have grown in popularity, and the flavors have not been left behind. Starbucks has, over the years, improved and introduced new flavor profiles. Additionally, customers have taken the liberty to use various ingredients to customize existing drinks. This has led to the invention of the secret menu, and the Key Lime Pie Frappuccino is simply one of the best.

Is Key Lime Pie Frappuccino still available at Starbucks?

Starbucks Key Lime Pie Frappuccino is still available at Starbucks but is only a secret menu item and is made in different ways. Thankfully, all the ingredients are available all year round. All you need to know is how to order it.

Starbucks Key Lime Pie Frappuccino (ingredients, Taste, Variations, Sizes, Caffeine, Calories)

What’s in a Key Lime Pie Frappuccino – (ingredients)

Ingredients

What is actually in a Key Lime Pie Frappuccino? The Key Lime Pie Frappuccino is a vanilla bean Frappuccino with a few extra ingredients to elevate the flavor.

Milk: this is the main component in a Frappuccino, and Starbucks normally uses skimmed milk which can be substituted with plant-based milk.
Ice: you cannot have a Frappuccino without ice since it pleasantly ties the whole drink together.
Lime juice: This gives the Frappuccino a nice tangy flavor, which I like very much.
White mocha: this adds a nice sweetness to the Frappuccino.
Vanilla syrup: since the Frappuccino is made from vanilla Frappuccino vanilla has to be added to tie the whole drink together.
Cinnamon dolce syrup: many people like to add this to their Frappuccino since it adds a nice nutty flavor to the drink

Starbucks Key Lime Pie Frappuccino: sizes, nutrition, caffeine & Calories

What sizes are available?

Starbucks Key Lime Pie Frappuccino is available in three sizes; tall cup (12 ounces), Grande cup (16 ounces), and venti cup (24 ounces). The tall is an excellent start for a beginner, while the Venti is a go-to for most people. If you are conscious about calories, you should go for a tall.

Nutritional facts

The nutritional content of Starbucks Key Lime Pie Frappuccino is proportional to the cup size. From the figures in the table below, this is one of the unhealthiest drinks at Starbucks. The calories are insanely high, and the sugars are too high. This drink also has cholesterol and high carbs. Let’s see what these figures look like below.

Calorie Content 380	Calories from fat 150 g 0 % daily value
Nutrient content ( per Grande serving)	% of Daily Value
Total fat 16 g Trans fat 1 g Saturated fat 10 g	21 % 0 % 50 %
Total carbohydrates 53 g Sugar 52 g Dietary fiber 0 g	19 %
Proteins	5 g
Cholesterol 50 mg	17 %
Sodium	250 mg
Caffeine	0 mg

Caffeine

There is zero caffeine in Starbucks Key Lime Pie Frappuccino because no coffee is added to it. This is a perfect beverage for kids and those cutting on caffeine. However, no rule forbids you from adding an espresso shot. This will spike the caffeine level to 75mg.

So, what does Starbucks Key Lime Pie Frappuccino taste like?

Starbucks Key Lime Pie Frappuccino has a strong lime flavor, which many people like. The vanilla and white mocha sauce add a nice sweetness that does not overpower the entire drink. The addition of Starbucks Cinnamon dolce syrup ties the whole drink together perfectly.

Ways to Customize Key Lime Pie Frappuccino at Starbucks – Starbucks KEY LIME PIE FRAPPUCCINO variations

Like all secret menu items, Starbucks Key Lime Pie Frappuccino can be customized in several ways. You can start by substituting animal milk for plant-based milk or choosing the sugar-free syrups option. Additionally, you can add an espresso shot to make it caffeinated.

How to make Starbucks Key Lime Pie Frappuccino at home – Starbucks Key Lime Pie Frappuccino Copycat Recipe

Starbucks Secret Menu: Key Lime Pie Frappuccino

Starbucks Key Lime Pie Frappuccino Copycat Recipe

Kai Jordan

Sometimes getting out of the house to grab your favorite drink from Starbucks can be too much of a chore. Here is how to make Starbucks Key Lime Pie Frappuccino at home.

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Cuisine American