On a warm day, there’s nothing quite as refreshing as a frosty Cold Coffee. This Cold Coffee recipe offers a classic approach to preparing blended iced coffees that are irresistibly sweet, creamy, and frothy—just like your favorite cafe treat!
Cold Coffee Recipe Coffee Milkshake
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Cuisine: American, World
Course: Beverages
Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
Difficulty Level: Easy
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee (powder or granules)
- ¼ cup warm water
- 3 to 4 tablespoons raw sugar (adjust as needed)
- 2 cups whole milk (cold or chilled)
- 6 to 8 ice cubes (optional)
Instructions:
- Start by adding instant coffee and raw sugar to a blender. Pour in the warm water. Blend the mixture for about a minute, or until it becomes frothy and the color lightens slightly.
- If you prefer a thicker cold coffee, reduce the number of ice cubes to 2 or 4. Add 6 to 7 ice cubes to the blender, then pour in 2 cups of cold milk. Whole milk provides a richer and slightly thicker consistency, but you can use skimmed or low-fat milk as alternatives. If you choose either, reduce the warm water to about 2 to 3 tablespoons.
- Blend the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes, until the milk is well integrated with the coffee and you see a frothy layer on top.
- Pour the cold coffee into glasses and serve immediately. The frothy top layer will settle into the drink as it sits, so it’s best enjoyed right away.
Notes:
- Coffee: Opt for your favorite brand of instant coffee, whether it’s finely ground or in granules.
- Sweetener: Experiment with different sweeteners such as palm sugar, coconut sugar, maple syrup, or honey. I typically use raw sugar.
- Strength: For a stronger coffee flavor, increase the amount of instant coffee to 1.5 or 2 tablespoons.
- Scaling: This recipe makes approximately 2 beverages, each about 8 to 10 ounces. Double the ingredients if you’re serving more people.
Variations:
- Rich Coffee Milkshake: Swap the ice cubes for a scoop of vanilla ice cream to create a thicker, creamier coffee milkshake. For a full coffee milkshake recipe, you might want to check out additional resources!
- Creamy Cold Coffee: Add about ¼ cup of light or whipping cream while blending to enhance the richness and creaminess of your cold coffee. Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed.
- Low Fat: Use skimmed or low-fat milk and reduce the warm water to 2 to 3 tablespoons for a lower-fat version.
- Vegan Option: Substitute with plant-based milk like almond, oat, or soy milk to make a vegan-friendly blended iced coffee shake.
- Flavored Cold Coffee: Add 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of your favorite flavored syrup to the recipe to create a variety of flavors such as vanilla, hazelnut, or amaretto.
- Mocha Cold Coffee: For a chocolate twist, include 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder or chocolate syrup before blending for a rich mocha cold coffee.
This Cold Coffee Recipe Coffee Milkshake offers numerous variations to suit every taste preference, making it a versatile and delightful beverage. Enjoy this refreshing treat and explore different flavors to find your perfect blend!