Blueberry Swirl Iced Coffee Recipe – A Refreshing Summer Treat! ☕🫐
A refreshing iced coffee with a sweet blueberry swirl, perfect for summer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes (includes cooling time)
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Drinks
- Method: No-Cook / Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee or cold brew concentrate
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 cup milk or cream (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Fresh blueberries and mint for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, honey, and 2 tablespoons water. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until blueberries burst and liquid thickens.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing on solids. Discard solids and let syrup cool completely.
- Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Pour milk or cream over the ice.
- Slowly pour the coffee over the milk.
- Drizzle the blueberry syrup over the top and gently stir to create a swirl.
- Optionally, stir in vanilla extract. Garnish with fresh blueberries and mint. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and agave syrup instead of honey. The syrup can be stored in the fridge for up to one week.