Creamy Vanilla Iced Coffee Recipe
A simple, creamy vanilla iced coffee you can make in minutes using cold brew concentrate, milk, and a splash of vanilla syrup. Bright, lightly sweet, and perfect for a quick wake-up.
Servings: 1
Ingredients
For one glass
- 1/3 cup milk (whole or milk of choice)
- 2/3 cup cold brew coffee concentrate (undiluted) or very strong cooled-brewed coffee
- 2 to 3 tsp vanilla syrup
- 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon (optional) for a warm finish
- Ice
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- If your cold brew concentrate is chilled, remove it from the fridge. If using freshly brewed strong coffee, cool it to room temperature first.
- Add the milk and vanilla syrup to a jar or cocktail shaker. Close and shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds to aerate the milk and dissolve the syrup, or whisk briskly in a small bowl until slightly frothy.
- Fill a tall glass with ice (use cubes or crushed ice depending on how quickly you want it to chill). Pour the shaken milk and syrup over the ice.
- Slowly pour the cold brew concentrate over the milk so the layers remain distinct for a moment, then stir once or twice to combine. Taste and add another 1/2 tsp vanilla syrup or a splash more milk if you prefer it sweeter or creamier.
- Finish with a light sprinkle of ground cinnamon if using, give one final stir, and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve over extra ice for a colder, more diluted drink or use less ice to keep the flavor bold. Leftover cold brew concentrate keeps in the fridge for up to a week.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Creamy Vanilla Iced Coffee Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.