Iced Coffee Recipe: The Perfect Refreshing Drink

Enjoy a refreshing boost with this Iced Coffee Recipe, perfect for those who love a chilled coffee year-round. Whether you prefer it sweet, creamy, or bold, this customizable drink delivers the ideal cold brew with just a few simple ingredients. No fancy machines needed! Learn how to make café-quality iced coffee at home and savor your favorite pick-me-up any time of day.

Why You’ll Love This Iced Coffee Recipe:

• Quick and Easy: This recipe takes just a few minutes to put together, especially if you have cold brew ready.
• Customizable: Adjust the sweetness, milk, and flavors to suit your personal taste. You can even make it dairy-free or sugar-free!
• Perfect for Hot Days: A chilled, energizing drink that’s ideal for warm weather or whenever you need a refreshing caffeine boost.
• Cost-Effective: Make your own iced coffee at home and save money compared to buying it at a coffee shop.

Iced Coffee Recipe: The Perfect Refreshing Drink

Course: BeverageCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

1

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Brew Time

12

hours 

Calories

60

kcal

Ingredients

• 1 cup cold brew coffee or freshly brewed coffee, cooled

• Ice cubes

• 1/4 cup milk (or any milk alternative like almond, oat, or coconut milk)

• 1-2 teaspoons sugar or sweetener (optional)

• Flavor additions (optional): vanilla extract, caramel syrup, chocolate syrup

• Whipped cream (optional, for topping)

Directions: How to make a iced coffee recipe?

• Prepare the coffee: If using cold brew, brew the coffee for 12-24 hours ahead of time. For a quicker option, brew strong hot coffee and let it cool completely. You can place it in the fridge to speed up the process.
• Fill the glass: Fill a glass with ice cubes.
• Add coffee and milk: Pour the cold coffee over the ice, followed by the milk. Stir to combine.
• Sweeten: Add sugar or your preferred sweetener, stirring until dissolved. If you’re adding flavorings like vanilla or caramel, stir those in as well.
• Top it off: If desired, top your iced coffee with whipped cream and an extra drizzle of syrup for a café-style treat.
• Serve: Enjoy your refreshing iced coffee immediately!

Notes

• Cold Brew Option: For a smoother, less acidic flavor, opt for cold brew. To make it, combine 1 cup coarsely ground coffee beans with 4 cups of cold water and steep in the fridge for 12-24 hours. Strain the coffee before using.
• Sweetening Tip: Dissolve sugar inside the coffee whilst it’s nonetheless warm in case you’re using hot brewed coffee.
  This ensures the sugar blends evenly and doesn’t settle at the bottom of the glass.
• Strong Coffee: If you’re using regular brewed coffee, make it slightly stronger than usual to account for dilution from the ice.
• Milk Alternatives: Swap regular milk with plant-based options like almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
  Ice Options: For a richer drink, use coffee ice cubes (made by freezing brewed coffee) to avoid diluting the flavor as the ice melts.
• Storage: You can keep cold brew in the fridge for up to a week, making it convenient to prepare iced coffee anytime.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 60 (without whipped cream and sweeteners)
• Carbohydrates: 4g
• Protein: 2g
• Fat: 3g
• Sugar: 2g