Recipe to Make a Unicorn Frappe at Home

There’s a reason rainbow-colored drinks, glittery toppings, and whimsical flavor profiles have dominated social media — when it comes to eye-catching beverages, few things are as fun as a Unicorn Frappe. This vibrant blended drink takes cues from the unicorn food craze — a trend that embraces pastel hues, playful swirls, and imaginative presentations — and turns them into a drinkable treat perfect for summer, brunch gatherings, or anytime you want a pop of color and joy in your glass. The trend peaked with the viral Unicorn Frappuccino at Starbucks in 2017, a limited-time frappuccino that mixed crème base with mango syrup and pink/yellow and blue swirls to create a multi-hued beverage that literally changed color when stirred.

This recipe takes that same spirit and uses whole-food ingredients like sweet strawberries, creamy almond milk, coconut-yogurt, and vanilla-coconut protein powder to deliver a Unicorn Frappe that’s more nourishing and naturally colorful — not just neon for social-media appeal. According to the recipe, strawberry sauce is simmered and blended for a fruity base, then a creamy frappe of yogurt, almond milk, bananas and protein powder is swirled with blue food coloring and ice to create a layered, slushy-like drink that’s both refreshing and satisfying.

This drink is more than just pretty; it’s an approachable way to add fruit, protein and plant-milk goodness to your day — and a great excuse to break out the blender. Whether you’re serving it at a summer party, enjoying an after-lunch treat, or making an Instagram-ready drink that’s a feast for the eyes as well as the palate, this Unicorn Frappe blends playfulness and flavor into a memorable homemade beverage.

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Unicorn Frappe

Recipe Details

Yield: 2 servings
Active Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes

Unicorn Frappe Ingredients

For the strawberry sauce

• 1 pound strawberries, washed, hulled, and sliced in half
• ¼ cup water
• 1 teaspoon honey

For the frappe

• 2 scoops Primal Kitchen Collagen Fuel, Vanilla Coconut
• 1 cup vanilla coconut yogurt
• 1 cup almond milk, unsweetened
• 2 bananas
• 1 cup ice
• 6 drops natural blue food coloring (optional)

How to Make a Unicorn Frappe

1. Make the strawberry sauce: Add strawberries, water, and honey to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, or until strawberries break down and liquid has thickened a bit.
2. When cool, blend the strawberry mixture until smooth.
3. Make the frappe: In a blender, add Collagen Fuel, yogurt, almond milk, and bananas. Blend until smooth.
4. Add blue food coloring (if using) and ice, then blend just until combined and ice is still slushy.
5. Assemble: In a tall glass, smear 2 tablespoons of strawberry sauce around the inside of the glass in a circular motion.
6. Gently fill the glass with the yogurt mixture. Drink immediately.

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Unicorn Frappe Nutrition Facts

*Estimated per serving (recipe yields 2 servings). Based strictly on Thrive Market’s ingredient amounts.

Serving Size	1/2 of recipe
Calories	≈ 340 kcal
Protein	≈ 12 g
Carbs	≈ 52 g
Sugar	≈ 32 g
Fiber	≈ 8 g
Fat	≈ 10 g

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Unicorn Frappe Variations & Tips

• Adjust fruit base: Swap strawberries for raspberries or mixed berries if you want a slightly tart twist on the pink layer.
• Natural coloring only: Omit food coloring and let the natural colors of the fruit and yogurt do the work — still beautiful and more wholesome.
• Boost protein: Add extra scoops of plant-based protein powder to make the drink a more substantial post-workout refuel.
• Non-dairy swaps: Use coconut yogurt or oat-milk yogurt if you’re avoiding dairy or soy while keeping it creamy.
• Add a tropical twist: A splash of pineapple or mango juice in the blend gives a fruity, tropical uplift to the frappe.
• Make it lighter: Use half the yogurt and add more ice for a lighter, slushier consistency perfect for summer heat.
• Serve layered: Spoon strawberry sauce at the bottom and around the glass before adding the blended frappe to create a layered rainbow effect. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

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Best Unicorn Frappe Pairings

• Fresh fruit skewers: Bright berries, pineapple and melon echo the fruity notes and make a refreshing side.
• Mini sweet pastries: Bite-sized vegan muffins or mini scones add a soft, lightly sweet companion to the chilled frappe.
• Lemon-mint iced tea: A crisp herbal iced tea with citrus and mint refreshes the palate and balances the fruity frappe sweetness.
• Vegan whipped cream topping: For extra indulgence, top with a swirl of dairy-free whipped cream and a sprinkle of colorful sugar or edible glitter.
• Grilled fruit bowls: Warm, grilled peaches or plums offer a contrast of temperature and deepen the fruit theme of the drink.
• Plant-milk affogato spin: Pour a small espresso shot over a scoop of coconut-milk ice cream alongside the frappe for an adult dessert pairing.

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When to Make a Unicorn Frappe

• Summer pool parties: Serve chilled Unicorn Frappes for a photogenic, cooling treat that guests will love snapping and sipping.
• Birthday brunches: Add them to a celebratory brunch spread — perfect for kids and adults with creative garnishes and colorful layers.
• Social-media makeovers: Host a DIY drink bar where guests can customize their own unicorn colors, toppings, and fruit blends.
• Weekend treat: Whip one up after weekend errands or walks — a playful reward that feels refreshing and fun.
• Poolside dessert alternative: Use this as an alternative to ice cream or slushies on hot days for a fruity, creamy, and cooler option.
• Festive seasonal parties: Tie it into rainbow or pastel themes for baby showers, gender-neutral celebrations, or spring/holiday events.

Recipe credit: Angela Gaines
Photo credit: Paul Delmont