Pin Recipe A festive, refreshing frappe combining the spicy warmth of gingerbread cookies with earthy matcha all in a sugar-free creamy blend—perfect for guilt-free holiday sipping.
I first tried this frappe during the holidays and loved how it combined warm spices with refreshing matcha in a creamy drink.
Ingredients
- Frappe Base: 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice), 1 tablespoon matcha green tea powder (culinary or ceremonial grade), 1 cup ice cubes, 2 tablespoons sugar-free sweetener (e.g., erythritol, monk fruit), 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Gingerbread Spice Blend: 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves, pinch of ground allspice, pinch of salt
- Optional Toppings: Sugar-free whipped cream, crushed sugar-free gingerbread cookies, extra ground cinnamon or nutmeg
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a small bowl, whisk together all gingerbread spice blend ingredients.
- Step 2:
- In a blender, combine almond milk, matcha powder, ice cubes, sweetener, vanilla extract, and the gingerbread spice blend.
- Step 3:
- Blend on high speed for 30–45 seconds until smooth and frothy.
- Step 4:
- Taste and adjust sweetness or spice as desired.
- Step 5:
- Pour into two large glasses.
- Step 6:
- Top with sugar-free whipped cream, a sprinkle of spices, and crushed sugar-free gingerbread cookies if desired. Serve immediately.
Pin Recipe Sharing this frappe with my family turned our cold afternoons into warm, flavorful memories.
Preparation Time
10 minutes
Cooking Time
0 minutes
Total Time
10 minutes
Pin Recipe This frappe is perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you want a healthy festive treat.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use other types of milk?
Yes, almond milk is suggested, but oat, soy, or coconut milk can be used depending on dietary preferences and desired creaminess.
- → How do I adjust the matcha flavor strength?
Increase the matcha powder amount up to 1.5 tablespoons for a stronger earthy flavor, or reduce it for a milder taste.
- → What makes this drink sugar-free?
This blend uses sugar-free sweeteners like erythritol or monk fruit instead of traditional sugar to maintain sweetness without calories.
- → Are there options for vegan toppings?
Yes, use plant-based whipped cream alternatives to keep the drink vegan and dairy-free.
- → Can the spice blend be customized?
You can adjust the amounts of ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice to suit your preferred spice intensity.