Berry Frappè

I can guide you through the preparation of a delicious berry frappè, a fresh and tasty beverage, perfect for warm summer days or for a sweet break. Let’s look at the ingredients and the process together.

Ingredients

• 150 g of mixed berries (raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, blackberries)
• 200 ml of cold milk (you can use cow’s milk or a plant-based drink of your choice)
• 2 scoops of vanilla or fiordilatte ice cream
• Sugar or honey to taste (optional)
• Crushed ice or ice cubes (optional)
• Whipped cream for garnish (optional)

Preparation

1. If you’re using fresh berries, gently wash them under running water and pat them dry with kitchen paper. If they’re frozen, let them thaw slightly at room temperature.
2. Place the berries in a blender, adding the cold milk and vanilla ice cream.
3. If you’d like a sweeter frappè, add a quantity of sugar or honey to your liking.
4. Blend all the ingredients together until you have a smooth and homogeneous mixture. If you desire a more ‘frappé’ consistency, you can add some crushed ice before blending.
5. Taste and adjust the sweetness if necessary.
6. Pour the frappè into glasses. If you like, you can garnish with whipped cream and some whole berries on top.
7. Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness of your berry frappè.

Curiosity

The term “frappè” (or frappé) indicates a blended and foamy beverage that can contain a variety of ingredients such as milk, ice cream, and fruit. In the Greek version of frappé, it is usually made by whipping instant coffee with sugar and water, becoming a cold and frothy beverage that is very popular.

For a truly Italian touch, you could serve the frappè with biscuits like amaretti or cantucci to dip in, or with a dusting of bitter cocoa on top for a flavor contrast. Enjoy your meal!