Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of a homemade iced latte that brings café-quality flavor right to your kitchen. This easy recipe combines rich espresso with creamy milk and ice, creating beautiful layers that are as pleasing to the eye as they are to the palate. Perfect for hot afternoons or a quick morning boost, this iced latte will elevate your routine and impress your friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 shots fresh espresso (about 60 ml)
- 1 cup milk (whole, almond, or your choice)
- Ice cubes (enough to fill a tall glass)
- 1–2 tsp sugar or sweetener (adjust to taste)
- Optional: Cocoa powder or cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
- Brew 2 shots of fresh espresso using an espresso machine or strong brewed coffee.
- Fill a tall glass with ice cubes until three-quarters full.
- Pour the hot espresso over the ice, creating swirling patterns.
- Add milk slowly until the glass is full, allowing for beautiful layering.
- Sweeten to taste with sugar or sweetener and stir gently.
- For added flavor, sprinkle cocoa powder or cinnamon on top.
- Sip and enjoy your delightful iced latte!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Coffee
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Experiment with different types of milk like oat or coconut for unique flavors. Consider making coffee ice cubes ahead of time to avoid dilution while keeping your drink cold. Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to two days; stir before serving.