Caramel Iced Coffee

You'll enjoy every sip of your homemade Caramel Iced Coffee, blending smooth cold brew coffee with luscious salted caramel syrup and a touch of milk. Quick to prepare and endlessly customizable, it's the perfect refreshment for any time of day.

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Our recipe for Caramel Iced Coffee is every bit as good as your local coffee shop classic. Creamy cold brew coffee infused with the irresistible sweetness of salted caramel syrup, all topped off with a whipped cream swirl, and so much more affordable than the drive-thru!

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Whether you’re starting your day with a refreshing pick-me-up or winding down in the afternoon with a cool treat, this recipe is just what you need. It’s easy to make, and you can customize it to suit your tastes. Plus, it’s fast to make, so you’ll be sipping on a totally yummy homemade Caramel Iced Coffee at home in minutes!

Caramel Iced Coffee Recipe Ingredients

This iced caramel coffee recipe combines the boldness of cold brew coffee with the sweetness of salted caramel syrup and creamy milk. You only need a handful of ingredients, all of which you should be able to easily find at grocery stores.

Iced Caramel Coffee Substitutions and Additions

This homemade version of the classic drink is easy to adjust if needed. Here are some ideas:

Cold Brew Coffee: We used a medium roast, unsweetened, and unflavored blend, but you can use any type of cold brew you’d like, including cold brewed decaf coffee. Hot coffee tastes a bit different, but if you don’t have a bottle of cold brew (and don’t want to make your own), you can refrigerate brewed coffee until it’s cold. Just keep in mind the flavor may be more bitter 

Ice Cubes: Swap regular ice cubes for coffee ice cubes for an extra coffee kick without diluting the flavor.

Whole Milk: While whole milk provides a rich flavor to your drink, you can use any milk of your choice for this recipe. For a dairy-free alternative, substitute with almond milk, coconut milk, or oat milk. 

Salted Caramel Syrup: Use a sugar-free caramel syrup for a lower calorie option or use homemade salted caramel sauce to give your caramel drizzle a more artisanal touch. You can also garnish with butterscotch syrup or even chocolate syrup if you’d like.

Garnishes: Get creative with your garnishes by adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or cocoa powder on top. For an indulgent touch, top with chocolate shavings or a pinch of sea salt for a salted caramel vibe.

Whipped Cream: ​Instead of whipped cream, you can top your drink with cold foam if you have a milk frother.

Sugar: Add simple syrup or a bit of sugar if you feel your homemade iced caramel coffee needs more sweetness. 

Vanilla Flavoring: ​You can add a drop of vanilla flavoring or stir in some vanilla sugar to turn your drink into a creamy iced vanilla caramel coffee.

Cream: For an extra creamy taste, add a splash of cream (half-and-half or heavy cream) along with the regular milk. It’s a great way to add a bit of sweetness and extra indulgence to your coffee. 

Remember, any substitutions may alter the taste and texture of the recipe, so experiment cautiously and adjust to your liking.

How To Make Caramel Iced Coffee At Home

To make a caramel iced coffee at home, all you need is a glass, a spoon, and a few simple ingredients! When you see how easy it is to make caramel ice coffee in your own kitchen, you might never visit the Starbucks drive-thru again!

STEP ONE: Begin by gathering all the necessary ingredients for our Caramel Iced Coffee. You’ll need your ice cubes, cold brew coffee, salted caramel syrup, and whole milk on hand.

PRO TIP: Make sure your coffee and milk are nice and cold for this recipe to taste really yummy.

STEP TWO:​ Add the ice cubes to a 16-ounce glass. Then, pour the cold brew coffee over the ice cubes, followed by the salted caramel syrup. Stir well to combine, so the flavors meld together.

STEP THREE: Next, pour in the whole milk. Stir gently to incorporate the milk into the coffee and syrup. 

STEP FOUR: The last thing is to garnish your Caramel Iced Coffee. Top your drink with a generous squirt of whipped topping and drizzle caramel overtop of the whipped cream.

How To Serve Iced Coffee With Caramel Syrup

This fancy drink recipe is so delicious, you won’t want to keep it for yourself. We know you’ll be offering it to friends and family when they pop by for a visit, so here are some ideas for how and when you can serve it.

The most obvious way to serve your Caramel Iced Coffee is in a tall glass with a straw, topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce. You can also garnish with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or cinnamon for an extra touch of elegance. This drink is perfect to replace your morning cup of coffee or for an afternoon pick-me-up.

This drink is especially welcomed at brunch with other favorites like pancakes, waffles, or French toast. The sweetness of the iced coffee with caramel complements the rich flavors of brunch classics perfectly.

Serve this drink after dinner alongside complementary desserts like chocolate cake, caramel apple pie, or cheesecake. It’s an indulgent treat everyone will be excited about.

The combination of pecan cinnamon rolls and salted caramel iced coffee makes the perfect afternoon snack. 

This is the perfect drink for an on-the-go treat. Make it in a disposable cup or travel cup with a straw. Head out to pick up groceries or get your nails done with an iced caramel coffee in hand.

No matter the occasion, our Caramel Iced Coffee recipe is sure to delight and impress.

How To Store Leftover Caramel Swirl Iced Coffee

Now that you know how to make your own iced coffee at home, you’re probably wondering if you can make a whole batch! Wouldn’t it be dreamy to have a pitcher in your fridge for anytime you want a quick iced coffee? We think so, too! However, there are some considerations when making this recipe ahead and storing your leftovers.

MAKE AHEAD: While it’s best enjoyed freshly made, you can prepare the components of your Caramel Iced Coffee in advance for convenience. 

Brew your cold brew coffee and store it in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Similarly, you can pre-measure the salted caramel syrup and milk, keeping them refrigerated until you’re ready to assemble your drink. When you’re ready to serve, simply mix the ingredients together with ice and enjoy!

LEFTOVERS: Your leftover iced caramel coffee will, unfortunately, not store very well. The ice cubes will melt, and the the drink will taste watered down. We recommend drinking your iced coffee while the ice cubes are still frozen.

IN THE FREEZER: While we don’t recommend freezing your leftover iced caramel coffee once it’s been made, you can certainly freeze your cold brew coffee. Pour the coffee into a  silicone ice cube tray or other small containers. Once frozen, you can you can pop them out of the trays and store them in an airtight container until you’re ready to use them. 

Why This Recipe For Caramel Iced Coffee Is The Best

We think there’s magic in a glass of Caramel Iced Coffee! All the comfort of your morning coffee blended with creamy milk is perfection in our eyes.

Reasons We Love This Recipe:

Simple Ingredients, Big Flavor: With just a handful of basic ingredients, including cold brew coffee, salted caramel syrup, and milk, our recipe delivers big on flavor without the need for special ingredients or expensive machines.

Refreshing Indulgence: There’s something undeniably indulgent about sipping on a glass of creamy, caramel-infused iced coffee. Now, you can enjoy caramel iced coffee more often, because you can make this easy recipe at home!

Homemade Happiness: Your Caramel Iced Coffee will taste even better because you made it at home, just the way you like! Plus, it was a lot more budget friendly than stopping by your local cafe.

Now that you know how to make Caramel Iced Coffee at home, you’ll want to make this delicious recipe every day! It’s the perfect fusion of creamy sweetness and bold coffee flavor, perfect for any time of day.

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You’ll enjoy every sip of your homemade Caramel Iced Coffee, blending smooth cold brew coffee with luscious salted caramel syrup and a touch of milk. Quick to prepare and endlessly customizable, it’s the perfect refreshment for any time of day.

Prep Time 3 minutes minutes

Total Time 3 minutes minutes

Servings 1

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Ingredients

  

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• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1 cup cold brew coffee, mild-medium strength unsweetened and unflavored
• 2 tablespoons salted caramel syrup, Torani brand for flavoring drinks
• ⅓ cup whole milk

Garnish

• Squirt whipped topping
• caramel dessert sauce, Ghirardelli brand in the squeeze bottle

Instructions

 

• Add the ice cubes to a 16-ounce glass, followed by the cold brew coffee and salted caramel syrup.
• Pour in the whole milk and stir to combine well.
• Garnish with a generous squirt of whipped topping and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
• This caramel iced coffee should be enjoyed immediately after making it as it will get watered down the longer it sits, and the ice cubes melt.
• You can make coffee ice cubes to use for this drink by carefully pouring about 1 cup of cold brew coffee into a standard ice cube tray. Allow the cold brew coffee to freeze in the ice trays, then use these in place of standard ice cubes to make your caramel iced coffee.
• If you are making this caramel iced coffee “to-go,” you may want to use a 20-ounce cup to fit the whipped cream and caramel sauce drizzle under the flat lid.

Notes

• Make sure your coffee and milk are nice and cold for this recipe to taste really yummy.

Nutrition

Calories: 135kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 179mg | Potassium: 148mg | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 168IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 127mg

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