The perfect drink for hot summer afternoons is so easy to prepare. Simply blend together all the ingredients and you will have a delicious iced coffee that can rival the best coffee houses. Adding ice cream makes this coffee thicker and sweeter than standard iced coffee drinks or cold brew coffee. It is more like a coffee milkshake or coffee shake. A good cold coffee always feels like a perfect treat compared with a hot coffee! There is something about a cold drink like sweet lassi or horchata that is so satisfying! You can prepare this Starbucks Copycat Pistachio Latte, Starbucks Eggnog Latte or Coconut Latte hot or iced.
Why you will love this recipe
Suitable for vegetarians and can easily be made vegan Perfect for hot days Only needed 3 main ingredients Tastes even better than coffee shops Replaces your normal cup of coffee Tastes just like french vanilla coffee drinks without needing extra flavourings!
Ingredients
Full measurements can be found in the recipe card where you can also leave a star rating Coffee – you can use instant coffee powder or use your coffee maker to prepare a shot of espresso or even cold brew coffee. Aim for a strong coffee as the ice cream will dilute the flavour. Whole milk – use full-fat milk for creamier coffee or skimmed milk for a lighter coffee. Ice cream – you need vanilla ice cream but you can also use chocolate ice cream to turn this into a iced mocha. Optionally, try coffee ice cream for an extra coffee hit!
Variations
There are different ways that you can enjoy this ice cream iced coffee Add extra sugar – you can adjust the amount of sugar to your liking Syrups – chocolate syrup, caramel syrup, butterscotch syrup are examples. Whipped cream – use squirty cream or whip up your own using double cream / heavy cream or whipping cream Add a sprinkle of chocolate shavings – use dark, milk or white chocolate Chopped nuts – finely chopped pistachios or roasted hazelnuts would taste amazing! Add a dusting of cocoa powder or cinnamon powder
Vegan Iced Coffee Recipe
Substitute the dairy products for non dairy alternatives. You can use a good quality vegan ice cream Use oat milk or almond milk instead of regular milk
How to make Cold Coffee with Ice Cream
Preparing the brewed coffee. Using instant coffee: In a mug, add hot water to your favorite coffee granules. Allow this hot espresso to cool slightly before adding into the recipe Using coffee beans: Follow machine instructions and allow to cool To the blender jug, add cold milk and cold ice cream. Add the coffee and optionally more sugar. Blend on low for around 10 seconds. Choose your serving glass such as a mason jar or tall glasses. Add an extra scoop of ice cream to the glass then pour over the cold coffee. Optionally, finish with a chocolate sauce or caramel sauce and whipped cream.
Serving
Iced Coffee is a great way to cool down and can be enjoyed for brunch, lunch, afternoon tea or anytime really! And if you want to replace your morning coffee next time, I won’t judge!!
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