☕ Easy Iced Coffee 🧊

Posted by BMA24

This Easy Iced Coffee recipe is a quick and refreshing way to enjoy your caffeine fix, especially on warm days. You can easily customize it to suit your taste by adding milk, cream, or flavored syrups. Skip the coffee shop and make this cool, creamy beverage right at home!

📋 Ingredients:

  • 1 cup freshly brewed coffee, cooled (or cold brew coffee) ☕
  • Ice cubes 🧊
  • 1/4 cup milk or cream (adjust to taste) 🥛
  • 1-2 teaspoons sugar or simple syrup (optional) 🍬
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional) 🌿

Optional Additions:

  • Whipped cream 🥛
  • Flavored syrups (caramel, vanilla, hazelnut) 🍯
  • Cocoa powder or cinnamon for garnish 🌿

📝 Instructions:

1. Brew the Coffee:

  1. Make coffee:
  • Brew a strong cup of coffee using your preferred method (drip coffee maker, French press, or espresso machine). For an extra smooth and rich flavor, use cold brew coffee.
  1. Cool the coffee:
  • Let the coffee cool to room temperature, or chill it in the refrigerator for a quicker option.

2. Assemble the Iced Coffee:

  1. Fill the glass:
  • Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
  1. Pour coffee:
  • Pour the cooled coffee over the ice.

3. Add Milk and Sweetener:

  1. Add milk or cream:
  • Pour in the milk or cream and stir to combine. Adjust the amount based on your desired creaminess.
  1. Sweeten:
  • Stir in sugar, simple syrup, or flavored syrup to taste. Add the vanilla extract if you prefer a hint of flavor.

4. Serve:

  1. Garnish:
  • For an indulgent twist, top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cocoa powder or cinnamon.
  1. Enjoy:
  • Insert a straw, stir well, and sip away!

🍽️ Tips:

  • Coffee ice cubes: Freeze leftover coffee in ice cube trays to prevent your iced coffee from getting watered down.
  • Dairy-free option: Use almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk for a dairy-free iced coffee.
  • Flavor variations: Experiment with different flavored syrups or add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for an extra kick.

⏱️ Preparation Time: 5 minutes (plus cooling time for coffee)
🍽️ Servings: 1
🔥 Calories: Approximately 50-100 kcal per serving (varies based on milk and sweeteners used)

Enjoy this Easy Iced Coffee whenever you need a quick, cool pick-me-up! 🧊☕🍹