The Fourth of July just got cooler. If you missed Starbucks’ limited-edition Firework Frappuccino, or fell in love with it at first sip—this copycat version lets you bring the magic home. Bursting with berry flavors, creamy coconut milk, and a surprise pop in every sip (hello, raspberry pearls), it’s a red-white-and-blue masterpiece. This is more than a drink, it’s a celebration in a cup. Think Bomb Pop meets Instagram swirl.
Let’s recreate the summer’s most eye-catching sip, no barista badge required.
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How to make the Copycat Firework Frappuccino
This copycat recipe layers bright berry refreshment, creamy textures, and fun “firework” pops to deliver that Starbucks-inspired experience in your own kitchen. We start with a blueberry-raspberry juice base and blend it with coconut milk and cream for a smooth, icy core. Swirl in strawberry purée for a patriotic splash, then add popping boba and vanilla cold foam for the full effect.
You’ll need:
- Blender
- Tall clear cup (for layering effect)
- Straw (wide enough for pearls)
- Optional: reusable boba straw
Ingredients, Instructions and Tips
Ingredients:
- ½ cup coconut milk
- ½ cup blueberry-raspberry juice (or Summer Berry-style juice)
- ¼ cup ice
- 2 tbsp vanilla crème base or heavy cream with vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp strawberry purée (for swirl)
- 2 tbsp raspberry popping boba (store-bought or homemade)
- ¼ cup vanilla sweet-cream cold foam (see tip below)
Instructions:
- Prep the cup: Add 2 tablespoons of raspberry popping boba to the bottom of your serving cup.
- Blend the base: In a blender, combine coconut milk, blueberry-raspberry juice, ice, and vanilla crème base. Blend until smooth and slushy.
- Swirl it up: Pour strawberry purée down the inside walls of the cup for that classic red swirl.
- Layer the drink: Carefully pour your blended base over the popping boba.
- Top it off: Gently spoon cold foam over the top. Serve with a straw wide enough to suck up the pearls.
Cold Foam Tip: Blend 2 tablespoons of 2% milk with 1 tablespoon of vanilla syrup until frothy. For extra volume, use a handheld frother or shake it in a sealed jar.
What to serve with the drink
This festive frapp pairs perfectly with light summer bites. Serve alongside:
- Red, white, and blue sugar cookies
- Frozen yogurt parfaits with berries
- A fresh fruit salad on a sunny picnic table
For a full July 4th vibe, bring out the sparklers and watermelon slices. Or sip it solo on the porch with fireworks in the distance.
Ingredient Substitutes
1. Coconut Milk Base
Original Ingredient: Coconut milk
Substitutes:
- Almond Milk: Slightly nutty, lighter texture.
- Oat Milk: Creamy and neutral, great for foam.
- Regular Milk: For a traditional dairy option.
2. Summer Berry Juice
Original Ingredient: Blueberry-raspberry blend
Substitutes:
- Pomegranate juice + blueberry juice: For a deeper berry flavor
- Acai juice blend: A tropical twist
- Strawberry lemonade: For more tang and sweetness
3. Popping Boba
Original Ingredient: Raspberry popping pearls
Substitutes:
- Tapioca pearls: Not bursting, but chewy fun
- Homemade popping pearls: Use reverse spherification if you’re feeling fancy
- Fruit gummies: Cut small and freeze for chewable bits
4. Strawberry Purée
Original Ingredient: Strawberry purée
Substitutes:
- Raspberry sauce: A tart red swirl
- Frozen strawberries blended with sugar: Quick DIY purée
- Strawberry jam thinned with water: Easy pantry hack
5. Vanilla Sweet-Cream Cold Foam
Original Ingredient: Cold foam with vanilla
Substitutes:
- Whipped cream: Lighter and fluffier
- Frothy milk with maple syrup: For a natural sweet twist
- Coconut cream with vanilla: Vegan-friendly
6. Sweetener (in crème base)
Original Ingredient: Sugar or vanilla syrup
Substitutes:
- Honey or agave syrup: Natural options
- Maple syrup: Adds caramel notes
- Stevia or monk fruit: For lower sugar
7. Garnish or Extra Flair
Original Ingredient: None officially, but Starbucks-style
Substitutes:
- Edible glitter or sprinkles: For sparkle
- Berry on top: Fresh raspberry or strawberry
- Color swirl (optional): Use blue spirulina for a dreamy tint
Ingredients
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½ cup coconut milk
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½ cup blueberry-raspberry juice (or Summer Berry-style juice)
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¼ cup ice
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2 tbsp vanilla crème base or heavy cream with vanilla extract
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1 tbsp strawberry purée (for swirl)
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2 tbsp raspberry popping boba (store-bought or homemade)
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¼ cup vanilla sweet-cream cold foam (see tip below)
Instructions
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Prep the cup: Add 2 tablespoons of raspberry popping boba to the bottom of your serving cup.
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Blend the base: In a blender, combine coconut milk, blueberry-raspberry juice, ice, and vanilla crème base. Blend until smooth and slushy.
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Swirl it up: Pour strawberry purée down the inside walls of the cup for that classic red swirl.
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Layer the drink: Carefully pour your blended base over the popping boba.
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Top it off: Gently spoon cold foam over the top. Serve with a straw wide enough to suck up the pearls.
