Healthier Starbucks Strawberry Cheesecake Frappuccino Copycat
This healthier version of the Starbucks Strawberry Cheesecake Frappuccino blends creamy Greek yogurt with strawberries, vanilla extract, and natural maple syrup for a refreshing drink that’s both nutritious and delicious – making it the perfect guilt-free treat!
Starbucks Strawberry Cheesecake Frappuccino is a crowd-favorite on the Starbucks summer flavor menu!
While Starbucks’ Strawberry Cheesecake Frappuccino is as tasty as it looks, it comes delivering more calories, fat, and ingredients than I’d care for! And that’s not to mention the hit to my monthly budget.
But it’s a drink I LOVE – so I got to work creating my own healthier (and cheaper) version at home.
And the results are SO good that I have no doubt you’ll love it as much as I do! I don’t even miss the daily trip to the coffee shop!
Love making delicious, tongue-pleasing Starbucks drinks at home? Don’t miss out on my Caramel Iced Coffee or Iced Matcha Green Tea Latte!
Starbucks Strawberry Cheesecake Frappuccino Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1-2 tsp honey or maple syrup (adjust based on sweetness preference)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 Tbsp cream cheese
- ice cubes
Topping:
- Whipped cream or light whipped cream (optional)
- Fresh strawberries for garnish
- Strawberry syrup (optional, for drizzling on top)
How To Make Copycat Starbucks Strawberry Cheesecake Frappuccino
Step 1 – Blend the Ingredients
In a blender, combine the almond milk, frozen strawberries, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, cream cheese and ice cubes.
Blend until smooth and creamy. If it’s too thick, add a little more milk to reach your desired consistency.
Step 2 – Adjust Sweetness
Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness if needed, adding more honey or maple syrup as desired.
Step 3 – Serve
Pour the mixture into a glass. If using, top with whipped cream or light whipped cream.
Step 4 – Garnish
Garnish with fresh strawberries on top and drizzle with strawberry syrup for extra flavor.
Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy your delicious, healthier Strawberry Cheesecake Frappuccino!
Feel free to adjust the amount of strawberry syrup according to your taste. Enjoy your treat!
Expert Tips
Frozen Strawberries – using frozen strawberries gives your drink that cold smoothie texture that we’re shooting for. You can use fresh berries, but it will make it warmer and runnier.
Texture – I like to make my drink pretty thick, but the great thing about making it yourself is that you can make it thicker or thinner according to your own preferences!
Best Milk For A Strawberry Cheesecake Frappuccino
You can really use any type of milk you prefer, but just keep in mind that each has its pros and cons. Here are some ideas!
- Whole or reduced fat milk – It’s always a great option unless you have a dairy intolerance. Keep in mind that it has higher fat and calorie content than other options.
- Soy milk – A great all-around option and offers sweetened or unsweetened varieties.
- Almond milk – I opted for almond milk because it has fewer calories and fat, making it healthier.
- Oat milk – Oat milk is thick and creamy, which makes a great, thick smoothie-like drink.
- Coconut milk – Coconut milk does have more calories and fat than many other options, plus it adds a milk coconut flavor.
How To Store
Please enjoy your copycat Starbucks Strawberry Cheesecake Frappuccino right away. It will not store well, unfortunately.
More Delicious Starbucks-Inspired Treats To Try
If you love Starbucks but want healthier options or want to save a buck, try making these recipes at home!
- Starbucks Mango Dragonfruit Refresher
- Strawberry Acai Refresher
- Easy S’mores Bars (Starbucks Copycat)
- Instant Pot Bacon Egg Bites (Easy Starbucks Copycat)
Healthier Starbucks Strawberry Cheesecake Frappuccino
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1-2 tsp honey or maple syrup (adjust based on sweetness preference)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 Tbsp cream cheese
- Ice cubes
Topping
- Whipped cream or light whipped cream (optional)
- Fresh strawberries for garnish
- Strawberry syrup (optional, for drizzling on top)
Instructions
Step 1 – Blend the Ingredients
- In a blender, combine the almond milk, frozen strawberries, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, cream cheese and ice cubes.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. If it’s too thick, add a little more milk to reach your desired consistency.
Step 2 – Adjust Sweetness
- Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness if needed, adding more honey or maple syrup as desired.
Step 3 – Serve
- Pour the mixture into a glass. If using, top with whipped cream or light whipped cream.
Step 4 – Garnish
- Garnish with fresh strawberries on top and drizzle with strawberry syrup for extra flavor.
