McDonald’s Frappé: Caramel & Mocha Price, Calories & Caffeine
A McDonald’s Frappé is a blended iced coffee drink made from a creamy coffee-flavored base and ice, topped with whipped light cream and a caramel or chocolate drizzle. McDonald’s USA sells two flavors, Caramel and Mocha, in three sizes all day. This guide compares them on price, caffeine, sugar and calories, and shows how to order a lighter one.
How Much Is a Frappé at McDonald’s?
A McDonald’s Frappé typically costs $4.19 for a Small, $4.49 for a Medium and $5.19 for a Large. Caramel and Mocha are priced the same. A Large costs about $1 more than a Small but adds about 55% more calories.
| Size | Caramel Frappé | Mocha Frappé | Price per 100 calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | $4.19 | $4.19 | $1.00 |
| Medium | $4.49 | $4.49 | $0.92 |
| Large | $5.19 | $5.19 | $0.80 |
*Prices are set by each restaurant. Prices shown are typical US prices reported online in October 2026, not prices from your restaurant; your local price can be higher or lower. “—” means we don’t have a reliable price yet. Nutrition: McDonald’s USA official data.
Caramel Frappé vs Mocha Frappé
The two Frappés have the same sizes, price and calorie range. The Caramel Frappé is sweeter and milder, with caramel drizzle; the Mocha Frappé adds chocolate, which brings 20 mg more caffeine in a Small, a touch less sugar and more sodium.
| Small | Caramel Frappé | Mocha Frappé |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 420 | 430 |
| Sugar | 53 g | 51 g |
| Caffeine | 70 mg | 90 mg |
| Sodium | 80 mg | 120 mg |
| Topping | Caramel drizzle | Chocolate drizzle |
| Allergens | Milk | Milk, Soy |
Pick Caramel if
You want a dessert-like drink with a buttery caramel finish and less caffeine.
Pick Mocha if
You like chocolate and coffee together and want a little more of a lift.
Avoid soy?
Choose Caramel. The Mocha’s chocolate drizzle lists soy.
Do McDonald’s Frappés Have Caffeine?
Yes. McDonald’s Frappés contain caffeine from coffee extract in the base. A Caramel Frappé has 70 mg in a Small, 80 mg in a Medium and 115 mg in a Large; a Mocha Frappé has 90, 105 and 145 mg.
- Compared with coffee: a Small Mocha Frappé has more caffeine than a Small Iced Coffee (85 mg) or a Small Latte (45 mg).
- For kids: because of the caffeine, Frappés aren’t a caffeine-free treat. A shake or McFlurry is.
Compare all coffee drinks in our McCafé caffeine chart.
McDonald’s Frappé Calories and Nutrition by Size
A Caramel Frappé has 420 calories in a Small, 490 in a Medium and 650 in a Large; a Mocha has 430, 490 and 660. Even a Small has 44 to 45 g of added sugar, close to the 50 g Daily Value, and 11 g of saturated fat.
| Frappé | Calories | Fat | Sat. fat | Sugars | Added sugars | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caramel Small | 420 | 17 g | 11 g | 53 g | 44 g | 7 g | 80 mg |
| Caramel Medium | 490 | 20 g | 13 g | 62 g | 52 g | 8 g | 90 mg |
| Caramel Large | 650 | 26 g | 17 g | 84 g | 70 g | 11 g | 115 mg |
| Mocha Small | 430 | 17 g | 11 g | 51 g | 45 g | 7 g | 120 mg |
| Mocha Medium | 490 | 20 g | 13 g | 60 g | 53 g | 8 g | 140 mg |
| Mocha Large | 660 | 26 g | 17 g | 81 g | 72 g | 11 g | 190 mg |
Added sugar, % Daily Value
What stands out
- A Large Caramel Frappé (650 calories) has more calories than a Big Mac (580).
- Both flavors list 0.5 to 1 g of trans fat.
- Protein stays low: 7 to 11 g.
McDonald’s USA nutrition data. Added-sugar bars use the Caramel Frappé.
What’s in a McDonald’s Frappé?
A McDonald’s Caramel Frappé has four components: ice, a caramel coffee Frappé base, whipped light cream and caramel drizzle. The base is cream, skim milk, sugar, water, high fructose corn syrup, milk and coffee extract, with flavors and stabilizers.
| Component | Main ingredients |
|---|---|
| Frappé base | Cream, skim milk, sugar, water, high fructose corn syrup, milk, coffee extract, natural and artificial flavors, gums |
| Ice | Blended with the base for the slushy texture |
| Whipped light cream | Cream, nonfat milk, milk, liquid sugar; whipped with nitrous oxide |
| Caramel drizzle | Corn syrup, sweetened condensed milk, sugar, butter, salt, pectin |
| Chocolate drizzle (Mocha) | Corn syrup, dextrose, sugar, cocoa, hydrogenated coconut oil |
McDonald’s USA ingredient statements. Frappés are blended with ice rather than made with ice cream.
Frappé vs Shake vs McFlurry
All three are sweet, cold and milk-based, but only the Frappé has coffee.
| Small | Caramel Frappé | Chocolate Shake | OREO McFlurry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 420 | 520 | 410 |
| Sugar | 53 g | 67 g | 48 g |
| Caffeine | 70 mg | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Base | Coffee base and ice | Soft serve | Soft serve |
For shake sizes and prices, see our McDonald’s shakes and smoothies guide.
How to Order a Lighter Frappé
Small changes trim a lot from a Frappé.
- Skip the whipped cream and drizzle. This removes part of the fat and sugar; ask at the counter or remove it in the app.
- Size down. A Small instead of a Large saves 230 calories and 26 g of added sugar.
- Swap to an Iced Latte. A Small Iced Latte has 80 calories and still tastes creamy; add one pump of caramel if you want flavor.
McDonald’s Frappé FAQ
How much is a large caramel frappe at McDonald's?
A Large Caramel Frappé typically costs $5.19. Prices vary by restaurant.
Does a caramel frappe have caffeine?
Yes. Even the Small has 70 mg, close to a Small Iced Coffee, and the Large reaches 115 mg.
Is the McDonald's Frappé made with coffee?
Yes. The Frappé base contains coffee extract, which gives the drink its coffee flavor and caffeine.
Can you get a Frappé without coffee?
No. Coffee extract is part of the base, so every Frappé has caffeine. A shake is the closest caffeine-free option.
Are Frappés available all day?
Yes. Both Frappé flavors are sold during all opening hours at participating restaurants.
How We Checked This Post
- Nutrition, caffeine and ingredients: McDonald’s USA product data for every Frappé size and its McCafé menu
- Prices: typical US prices reported online in October 2026; your restaurant sets its own price
Menu Facts USA is an independent guide. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by McDonald’s Corporation. McCafé, McFlurry, Big Mac and related names are trademarks of McDonald’s. OREO belongs to its owner. If you have a food allergy, confirm ingredients with your restaurant before ordering.
