Caramel Iced Coffee
I don’t know about you, but I love a good iced coffee.
However, let’s be real. Buying one from a coffee shop every day can get expensive. Plus, those fancy drinks are often packed with sugar and calories.
That’s why I started making my own Caramel Iced Coffee at home!
It’s quick, easy, and totally customizable. You only need a few ingredients and about 7 minutes to whip this up.
No fancy equipment required. Just a glass, a spoon, and your favorite coffee.
Sounds like the perfect start to your morning?
Let’s get started!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp ground coffee
- 1 cup unsweetened almond or oat milk
- 1 tbsp low-sugar caramel sauce
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Ice cubes
- Whipped cream (optional)
How to Make Caramel Iced Coffee
- Brew a strong cup of coffee and let it cool for a few minutes. If you’re in a hurry, pop it in the fridge for a quick chill.
- Fill a glass with ice cubes and pour the cooled coffee over the ice.
- Stir in the caramel sauce and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the unsweetened almond or oat milk.
- Add a generous swirl of whipped cream on top and drizzle extra caramel sauce over it for that coffee shop look. Enjoy!
Tips for the Best Caramel Iced Coffee
- Since ice will dilute the drink, brewing a strong cup of coffee helps maintain that rich flavor. Cold brew also works great if you have some ready!
- Prevent watery coffee by using coffee ice cubes! Just freeze brewed coffee in an ice cube tray and use those instead of regular ice.
- If you love a little spice, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg. You can also use flavored coffee beans like caramel, vanilla, or hazelnut for extra depth.
- You can turn this drink into a frappé just by blending everything with ice.
Making Caramel Iced Coffee at home is a game changer.
It’s quick, easy, and tastes just as good (if not better!) than the ones from coffee shops. Plus, you can tweak the ingredients to fit your taste and dietary needs.
If you love cold coffee drinks, give this a try and let me know how you like it!
Feel free to experiment with different flavors and toppings.
And don’t forget to share this recipe with your fellow coffee lovers.
Caramel Iced Coffee
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp ground coffee
- 1 cup unsweetened almond or oat milk
- 1 tbsp low-sugar caramel sauce
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Ice cubes
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Brew a strong cup of coffee and let it cool for a few minutes. If you’re in a hurry, pop it in the fridge for a quick chill.
- Fill a glass with ice cubes and pour the cooled coffee over the ice.
- Stir in the caramel sauce and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the unsweetened almond or oat milk.
- Add a generous swirl of whipped cream on top and drizzle extra caramel sauce over it for that coffee shop look. Enjoy!
