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17 Best Iced Coffee Recipes

17 Best Iced Coffee Recipes

A comprehensive guide to making 17 delicious iced coffee recipes at home, from classic cold brew to indulgent blended treats.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup freshly brewed strong coffee, cooled
  • 1/2 cup whole milk or preferred milk
  • 2 tablespoons simple syrup
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chocolate sauce (for mocha)
  • 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk (for Vietnamese)
  • 1/2 cup cold brew concentrate
  • 1/4 cup almond milk
  • 1 tablespoon caramel sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream (for frappe)
  • 1/4 cup coconut cream
  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
  • 1 cup filtered water
  • 1/2 cup oat milk

Instructions

  1. Brew strong coffee and let it cool completely.
  2. Prepare simple syrup by heating equal parts sugar and water until dissolved, then cool.
  3. Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
  4. Pour cooled coffee over the ice, leaving room for milk.
  5. Add milk and sweetener to taste, then stir gently.
  6. For cold brew: combine coarse coffee grounds with cold water, steep 12-24 hours in fridge, then strain.
  7. For Vietnamese: drip coffee through a phin filter directly into sweetened condensed milk, then pour over ice.
  8. For frappe: blend coffee, milk, ice, and ice cream until smooth.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

Use medium to dark roast coffee for best flavor. Adjust sweetness to your preference. For a dairy-free version, substitute with oat or almond milk.