Toppings are sometimes the only reason you get out to pick up coffee instead of making it at home. The Starbucks chocolate chip drinks are a guilty pleasure when we want a drink that comes with an added treat.
Unlike regular chocolate chips, the Starbucks kind is soft, easy to drink through the straw, and mouthwatering!
Let’s see what makes them so special and which drinks contain some.
Topics Explored
- What Are Starbucks Chocolate Chips?
- What Are They Called At Starbucks?
- Starbucks Chocolate Chip Drinks (Menu Items)
- More Chocolate Chip Drinks (Secret Menu)
- More Questions
What Are Starbucks Chocolate Chips?
According to Starbucks, their chocolate chips are made from confectionery coating, cocoa, cookie crumbs, salt, and chocolate mass. Unfortunately, they’re not vegan or gluten-free.
Chocolate chips are primarily used in frappuccinos, so they’re designed to blend easily. Since they break down, they deliver flavor and texture to the drink.
One of the earliest and most popular drinks with chocolate chips is the Java Chip Frappuccino. It’s a blend of espresso, milk, chocolate syrup, and chocolate chips, introduced in early 2000.
But the Chocolate Brownie Frappuccino was actually the first drink with chocolate chips.
In 2002 the Double Chocolate Chip Crème Frappuccino was introduced, containing 3 servings of chocolate chips.
What are the chocolate chips called at Starbucks?
The chocolate chips at Starbucks are called java chips or frappuccino chips.(1) But don’t get confused; they don’t have any coffee in them. The term java refers to their use in coffee only.
Sometimes they’re also called chocolaty chips since they don’t have enough cocoa to be called chocolate chips, according to FDA.
10 Starbucks Chocolate Chip Drinks
Is the thought of sweet chocolate crumbs in coffee mouthwatering to you? Then you’ll find our selection of Starbucks Chocolate Chip Drinks handy.
All beverages have a fair portion of chocolaty chips in them. You can easily skip dessert for one of these cups!
1. Java Chip Frappuccino
The Java Chip frappuccino is the first drink that includes the famous chocolaty chips. It’s a blend of coffee, milk, mocha sauce, vanilla syrup, ice, and chocolate chips.
It’s comforting and delicious, a perfect ratio of coffee and chocolate. If you’re a fan of chocolate drinks, this one hits all the right spots.
How To Order:
“May I have a Java Chip Frappuccino, thanks!”
2. Double Chocolaty Chip Crème Frappuccino
Love the chocolate flavor but don’t like coffee? Then this is your drink. The Double Chocolaty Chip is made with mocha sauce, chocolaty chips, vanilla syrup, milk, ice, and creme frappuccino syrup.
Taste-wise it reminds us of chocolate or a cookies and cream milkshake. It comes close to the Java Chip frapp but with only 15 mg of caffeine in a grande size.
Want it with fewer calories? Then get it with non-fat milk and no whip to trim the caloric content.
How To Order:
“I’d like a grande skinny Double Chocolaty Chip Crème Frappuccino, no whip, please?”
3. Mocha Cookie Crumble Frapp
Coffee, cookies, and chocolate, can you think of a better combination? This frappuccino combines a rich mocha taste, tasty cookie crumbs as a topping, and a fair amount of caffeine.
It’s a mighty caloric bomb, although it’s not overwhelmingly sweet. It used to be a seasonal drink but is now part of the regular menu.
How To Order:
“Hey, can I grab a Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino, please?”
4. Chocolate Cookie Crumble Crème Frappuccino
The Chocolate Cookie Crumble Crème Frappuccino is a cross between Double Chocolaty Chip Crème and Mocha Cookie Crumble. Besides chocolate chips, it also includes cookie crumbles inside and as a topping.
It’s made with mocha sauce, creme frappuccino syrup and doesn’t have any coffee. The 15 mg of caffeine comes from the syrup.
How To Order:
“Just a Chocolate Cookie Crumble Crème Frappuccino, please.”
Secret Menu Drinks
Rely on the creativity of Starbucks customers and baristas to craft the best drinks. The secret menu includes some Starbucks chocolate chip drinks you would’ve never imagined.
Don’t forget to remember the recipe and ask your barista if they can make it.
5. Peppermint Chocolate Chip Frappuccino
If you’re a fan of the chocolate and mint combo you’ll love this drink. It’s a perfect choice for the holiday season too!
How to Order:
- To get the peppermint chocolate chip frappuccino, ask for a tall vanilla bean frappuccino.
- Then, ask the barista to add 1 pump of peppermint syrup, 1 pump mocha and 2 scoops of Java Chips.
- Lastly, finish off with whipped cream & chocolate curls (if available)
“Hey, can I grab a tall Vanilla Bean Frapp with 1 pump peppermint, 1 pump mocha & 2 scoops of Java Chips?”
6. Franken Frappuccino
Like Frankenstein, this frappuccino takes parts of other drinks, blending them into a great beverage. The taste is similar to thin mints.
How to Order:
- Start with a green tea frappuccino, with the addition of peppermint syrup.
- Then add white chocolate sauce, and chocolate chips.
- Ask to be topped with a mocha drizzle over the whipped cream.
“A grande Green Tea Frapp add 1 pump white mocha, 1 pump peppermint, Java chips with whipped cream & mocha drizzle.”
7. Banana Chocolate Chip Frappuccino
Banana and chocolate have always been a great combo, but how about in a drink?
The taste is close to a banana milkshake but with added chocolate. The texture is smoother, thanks to the banana.
How to Order:
- Start with a grande vanilla bean frappuccino.
- Add 2 scoops of Java chips and one blended banana.
- Top it up with delicious whipped cream & caramel drizzle.
How To Order:
“I’d love a grande Vanilla Bean Frapp with Java chips & a blended banana. Can you top it with whipped cream & caramel drizzle too?”
8. Cookie Dough Frappuccino
What about a drink that tastes like a sneaky bite of raw cookie dough? This drink tastes almost like the real deal!
You might want to split this drink with friends cause you can only get it as a Venti.
How to Order:
- Order a grande Vanilla Creme Frappuccino.
- Add dark caramel sauce. For a grande size, add 2 pumps.
- Ask your barista to add Java chips to be blended in with the drink.
- Then top it with whipped cream and caramel drizzle.
How To Order:
“Can I grab a grande Vanilla Creme Frapp with 2 pumps dark caramel, Java chips, topped with whip & caramel drizz, please?”
9. Twix Frappucino
Now you can get your favorite chocolate bar in a drink version. This Twix Frappuccino is what chocolate and caramel dreams are made of.
How to Order:
- Order a tall Caramel Frappuccino.
- Add hazelnut syrup for an added flavor.
- Ask your barista to add Java chips to be blended in with the drink.
- Line the cup with caramel drizzle.
- Then top it with whipped cream and chocolate drizzle.
“I’ll take a tall Caramel Frapp, add 1 pump hazelnut, Java chips, and please line the cup with caramel drizzle. Can you top it with whipped cream & chocolate drizzle?”
10. Cadbury Creme Egg Frappuccino
Recreate the Easter feeling any day of the year with this custom drink. Just try not to get too addicted!
How to Order:
- Order a Venti Java Chip frappuccino with 3 pumps of frapp roast.
- Then add 2 pumps of vanilla syrup, 1 pump of caramel syrup, and 4 scoops of vanilla bean powder.
- Ask the barista to top it with whipped cream and caramel drizzle.
“A venti with Java Chip Frapp with only 3 pumps frapp roast. Add 2 pumps vanilla, 1 pump caramel & 4 scoops vanilla bean. Top it with whipped cream & caramel drizzle, please!”
Final Words
Coffee and chocolate have an unbreakable bond that works fantastic in blended drinks. The Starbucks chocolate chip drinks feature in-house chips made to blend and fall apart easily. Thus they enhance the taste and appearance of the drink.
To try some of the classic drinks, refer to our list. Then, take it a step further and try a secret menu drink. Whichever option you go for, it will be delicious!
More Questions
Does Starbucks have chocolate chips?
Starbucks has its own chocolaty chips. However, they’re not chocolate chips and aren’t available for purchase.
According to the FDA, if the amount of cocoa beans is less than 15%, a product can’t be referred to as chocolate. Starbucks chocolate chips have around 12% cocoa, so they’re chocolaty.
What is a Frappuccino chip?
Frappuccino chip, Java chip, and chocolaty chips are the same thing! They’re Starbucks’ version of chocolate chips. Unlike regular chips, these are soft, break down easily, and pass through a straw.
They enhance the drink’s texture but won’t damage the blender when used in blended drinks like frappuccinos.
Are Starbucks Frappuccino chips vegan?
No, the frappuccino chips are not vegan. The confectionery coating used in the chips contains milk. Most frappuccinos or chocolate-based drinks contain some form of dairy.
Overall, blended drinks at Starbucks are not a safe option for vegans. Ask your barista for some vegan suggestions.
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