Strawberry Cream Cold Latte (Printable)
Sweet strawberries meet creamy milk and chilled coffee in this refreshing cooling beverage.
# What You 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. Allow to 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 thoroughly until well incorporated.
03 - Add ice cubes to two tall glasses. Pour the strawberry cream mixture evenly over the ice, distributing between both glasses.
04 - Slowly pour the cold brewed coffee over the top of each drink to create a marbled effect.
05 - Top with whipped cream and fresh strawberries if desired. Serve immediately while chilled.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The way the sweet strawberry swirl meets rich cream and bold coffee creates layers of flavor in every sip
- It comes together in ten minutes flat but looks like something from a fancy coffee shop
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- Hot coffee will melt the ice too quickly and separate the cream, so absolutely everything must be thoroughly chilled before you start assembling
- The coffee needs to be poured slowly over the strawberry cream layer, not the other way around, or you won't get that beautiful marbled effect
03 -
- If your strawberries aren't very sweet, add an extra tablespoon of sugar during cooking rather than trying to adjust later
- The drink tastes even better after sitting for two minutes in the glass, giving the flavors time to marry together