Last updated on January 15th, 2024 at 06:38 pm
Iced Coffee Recipes For Anyone?
Would you like to make a glass of iced coffee at home for under a dollar and avoid line-ups? I have 15 simple iced coffee recipes that are delicious and easy to make at home[1].
With only a handful of ingredients, you can sip on a delicious iced coffee in just a few minutes simply follow these iced coffee recipes below:
Key Ingredients For All Iced Coffee Recipes:
Ice cubes – use crushed ice or medium-sized ice cubes.
Espresso shots – you can also use brewed coffee for a regular iced coffee, but espresso[2] shots are highly recommended since the ice cubes, syrups or other ingredients will dilute the coffee. If you don’t have an expresso machine at home, a French press[3] is fine too, as long as to brew a strong coffee.
Milk or Cream – use any dairy or non-dairy milk of your choice.
Table of Contents
Classic Iced Coffee:
- Pour the cooled coffee, either the 1/2 cup of espresso shot or a strong brewed coffee over ice cubes.
- Add 1/2 cup of milk or cream and 2 tsp sugar or other sweeteners to sweeten the taste to your liking.
- Stir and enjoy!
- Extra substitute ingredient: you can add a few scoops of vanilla ice cream instead of milk, cream, and sugar.
Vanilla Iced Coffee:
- Add 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of sugar to a glass.
- Pour the 1/2 cup of espresso or brewed strong coffee over the vanilla and sugar.
- Stir well and add 4-6 ice cubes.
- Top with 1/4 cup of milk or cream to give it a bit of smooth flavor.
Caramel Iced Coffee:
- In a glass, combine 2 tablespoons of caramel syrup and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
- Pour the coffee over the caramel and sugar mixture.
- Stir well and add 6 ice cubes.
- Optional: whipped cream for topping or 1/4 cup of cream to add that silk taste on your tongue.
Mocha Iced Coffee:
- In a glass, combine 2 tablespoons of chocolate syrup and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
- Pour the coffee over the chocolate and sugar mixture.
- You can use 1/4 of regular milk or cream if it is desired.
- Add 6 ice cubes.
- Stir well and add ice cubes.
Coconut Iced Coffee:
- Add 2 tablespoons of coconut milk and 1 tablespoon of sugar to a glass.
- Pour 1/2 cup of espresso or a cup of strong coffee over the coconut milk and sugar.
- Drop in 4-6 ice cubes.
- Optional: top with some whipped cream.
- Stir well and add ice cubes.
Hazelnut Iced Coffee:
- Add 1 to 2 tablespoon of hazelnut syrup and 1 tablespoon of sugar to a glass.
- Pour a cup of strong coffee or 1/2 cup of espresso over the hazelnut syrup and sugar.
- 2 oz of heavy cream or 4 oz of milk if you like.
- Stir well and add 4 ice cubes.
Mint Chocolate Chip Iced Coffee:
- In a glass, combine 2 tablespoons of chocolate syrup and a few drops, about 1/8 of teaspoon of mint extract.
- Pour one cup of brewed strong coffee or 1/2 cup of espresso over the chocolate and mint mixture.
- 3 tablespoons whipped cream or 1/4 cup of heavy cream to your liking.
- Stir well and add 1/2 cup of ice cubes.
Cinnamon Dolce Iced Coffee:
- In a glass, combine 2 tablespoons of cinnamon syrup and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
- Pour 1/2 cup of espresso or a cup of brewed coffee over the cinnamon syrup and sugar.
- Optional: 1/8 teaspoon of salt (salt is a great flavor enhancer).
- Stir well and add half cup of ice cubes.
Salted Caramel Iced Coffee:
- In a glass, combine 2 tablespoons of salted caramel syrup and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
- Pour the coffee over the salted caramel and sugar mixture.
- Top with whipped cream and a splash of salted caramel syrup and some crushed caramel candy.
- Stir well and add 4-6 ice cubes.
Irish Cream Iced Coffee:
- Add 2 tablespoons of Irish cream syrup (or Irish cream liqueur if you like a bit of alcohol kick in the drink) and 1 tablespoon of sugar to a glass.
- Optional: 1/4 cup of chocolate liqueur and a dash of whipped cream as topping.
- Pour the coffee over the Irish cream syrup (liqueur) and sugar mix.
- Stir well and add 1/2 cup of ice cubes.
Almond Joy Iced Coffee:
- In a glass, combine 2 tablespoons of chocolate syrup, 1 tablespoon of coconut syrup, and 1 tablespoon of almond syrup.
- Pour 1/2 cup of espresso or a cup of strong brewed coffee over the chocolate, coconut, and almond mixture.
- Optional: 1/4 cup of almond milk if you like.
- Stir well and add 1/2 cup of ice cubes.
Peanut Butter Cup Iced Coffee:
- Use a high speed blender to blend 2 tablespoons of chocolate syrup, 1 tablespoon of peanut butter, and 1 tablespoon of sugar, pour the finished blended ingredients into a glass.
- Pour a cup of brewed strong coffee or 1/2 cup of espresso over the chocolate, peanut butter, and sugar mixture.
- Stir well and add 1/2 cup of ice cubes.
- Optional: top with whipped cream and dash of caramel syrup.
Tiramisu Iced Coffee:
- In a glass, combine 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder, and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
- Optional: 1/8 teaspoon of vanilla extract and pinch of sea salt to enhance the flavor.
- Pour the coffee over the syrup, cocoa, and sugar mixture.
- Stir well and add 1/2 cup of ice cubes.
- Top with some whipped cream and some coco power if you like.
Pumpkin Spice Iced Coffee:
- Use a high-speed blender, to blend the following ingredients:
- 1/4 teaspoon of allspice,
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon,
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves,
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger,
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup,
- 1/2 cup of milk or 1/4 cup of heavy cream,
- and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
- Pour the blended ingredients into a large glass.
- Pour a cup of strong coffee or 1/2 cup of espresso over the mixture.
- Stir well and add 1/2 cup of ice cubes.
Raspberry White Chocolate Iced Coffee:
- In a glass, combine 2 tablespoons of raspberry syrup, 1 tablespoon of white chocolate syrup, and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
- Optional: you can blend 1/2 cup of fresh raspberries, add the blend to the mixture above.
- Pour the coffee over the raspberry, white chocolate, and sugar mixture.
- Stir well and add 1/2 cup of ice cubes.
- Garnished with whipped cream or add 1/4 heavy cream to the taste.
Feel free to adjust the sweetness levels and ingredient quantities to suit your taste preferences. The above 15 recipes are quick, easy, budget-friendly, and taste just like the gourmet coffee shops! So, enjoy your homemade iced coffees!
What About Hot Coffee Recipes?
You might also be interested in more ways of making different hot Coffee: 30 Delicious Hot Coffee Recipes That Coffee Lovers Can Make At Home Easily. Be sure to check out that post because those recipes make really great hot coffee too!
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