Description
Enjoy a refreshing homemade cold coffee that blends rich brewed coffee with creamy milk and a touch of vanilla. Perfect for warm days or as an afternoon treat, this customizable drink can be enhanced with optional garnishes and flavors to suit your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of brewed coffee (cooled to room temperature)
- 1 cup of milk (whole, skim, or your choice of plant-based milk)
- 2 tablespoons of sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup of heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
- Ice cubes
- Chocolate syrup (for drizzling, optional)
- Cocoa powder or instant coffee (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Brew 2 cups of coffee using your preferred method. Let it cool to room temperature or refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- Taste the cooled coffee and add sugar to your liking (start with 2 tablespoons).
- In a bowl or pitcher, combine 1 cup of milk with 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. For a richer drink, add 1/4 cup of heavy cream (optional) and stir until well combined.
- In a blender, combine the cooled coffee, milk mixture, and any additional sugar. Blend on high for about 30 seconds until frothy. Adjust sweetness if needed.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup inside your glass, fill it halfway with ice cubes, and pour the blended coffee mixture over the ice.
- Optionally, whip some heavy cream and dollop it on top. Garnish with cocoa powder or instant coffee and drizzle more chocolate syrup if desired.
- Stir gently with a straw or spoon, appreciate the aroma, and enjoy your refreshing homemade cold coffee!
Notes
- For a dessert-like treat, consider adding a scoop of ice cream instead of heavy cream.
- For a mocha flavor, add a tablespoon of cocoa powder to the coffee before blending.
- Use dairy-free alternatives like almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk for a vegan version.
- A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg can add a warm spice note to the drink.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes