Strawberry Cream Cold Latte (Printable)
A refreshing chilled blend of sweet strawberries, creamy milk, and cold espresso for hot summer days.
# What You'll Need:
→ Strawberry Base
01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons water
→ Milk & Cream
04 - 1 cup cold whole milk
05 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
→ Coffee
06 - 1/2 cup cold brewed espresso or strong brewed coffee, cooled
→ To Serve
07 - 1/2 cup ice cubes
08 - Whipped cream, for topping (optional)
09 - Fresh strawberries, for garnish (optional)
# How To Make It:
01 - Combine strawberries, sugar, and water in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl. Heat gently for 2-3 minutes until strawberries soften and release their juices. Let cool, then blend until smooth. Strain if desired for a seedless puree.
02 - In a shaker or large glass, combine the strawberry puree, cold milk, and heavy cream. Stir well until fully incorporated.
03 - Add ice cubes to two tall glasses. Pour the strawberry cream mixture evenly over the ice.
04 - Slowly pour the cold brewed coffee over the top to create a marbled effect.
05 - Top with whipped cream and garnish with fresh strawberries, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing strawberry cream cold latte!
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The strawberry puree transforms ordinary iced coffee into something that feels like a cafe specialty drink
- It comes together in under ten minutes but tastes like you put in way more effort
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- Adding hot coffee to cold milk will curdle it, so make sure your coffee is completely chilled before combining
- The drink separates quickly if it sits, so stir right before drinking to redistribute all the layers
03 -
- If your strawberries aren't very sweet, add an extra teaspoon of sugar to the puree before cooking
- A tiny splash of vanilla extract in the cream mixture adds a comforting, bakery-like note