When the sun is shining, and you’re in the mood for a caffeinated pick-me-up that’s both cooling and delicious, iced coffee is the answer. This simple iced coffee recipe is the perfect way to enjoy your daily caffeine fix while staying refreshed.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of freshly brewed coffee (hot or cold)
- 1/2 cup of milk (whole milk, skim milk, almond milk, or your choice)
- 2-3 tablespoons of sweetened condensed milk (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla coffee syrup(optional)
- Ice cubes
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Brew Your Coffee:
You can use hot or cold brew coffee for your iced coffee. If using hot coffee, let it cool down to room temperature before proceeding.
- Add Sweetness:
In a glass, add 2-3 tablespoons of sweetened condensed milk. Adjust the amount based on your desired sweetness level. You can also add sugar or your preferred sweetener if you prefer.
- Add Ice:
Fill the glass with ice cubes. The more ice, the colder your iced coffee will be.
- Pour in Coffee:
Pour the freshly brewed coffee over the ice and sweetened condensed milk. If you’re using hot coffee, the ice will cool it down quickly.
- Add Milk:
Pour the milk of your choice over the coffee and ice. Adjust the amount of milk to achieve your desired coffee-to-milk ratio.
- Add Flavour (Optional):
For extra flavour, you can add 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla syrups or any flavoured syrups you prefer.
- Stir Well:
Stir everything together until the sweetened condensed milk is fully incorporated, and your iced coffee is well mixed.
- Garnish (Optional):
If you like, top your iced coffee with whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for an extra indulgent touch.
- Enjoy:
Grab a straw or a long spoon, give your iced coffee one last stir, and savor the delicious blend of coffee, sweetness, and creaminess.
This iced coffee recipe is a simple yet delightful way to enjoy your coffee on a warm day or whenever you crave something cold and caffeinated. Customise it to your taste, and you’ll have a refreshing drink that keeps you cool and caffeinated throughout the day. Enjoy! ☕❄️😊
