Caramel Iced Coffee
Caramel iced coffee made with strong coffee, caramel sauce, cold milk and ice for an easy homemade coffee shop style drink.
This caramel iced coffee is a cold and creamy coffee drink made with espresso, caramel sauce, milk and ice cubes.
I make this version at home when I want a quick iced coffee with real caramel flavor, without it being too sweet.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy – Ready in minutes with simple ingredients.
- Real caramel flavor – Made with caramel sauce or syrup.
- Coffee shop style – Cold, creamy and easy to customize at home.
Ingredients you need
- Coffee: Espresso, strong coffee, cold brew, decaf or instant coffee.
- Caramel sauce: Store-bought caramel syrup or homemade caramel sauce.
- Milk: Whole milk, 2% milk, almond milk, oat milk or any milk you like.
- Ice cubes: Regular ice cubes or crushed ice for a blended version.
Tips Before You Start
- Use strong coffee so the flavor stands out with the milk and caramel.
- Mix caramel with warm coffee to help it melt smoothly.
- Chill the coffee before pouring it over ice.
- Adjust the caramel depending on how sweet you like it.
- Serve right away before the ice melts too much.
How to Make Caramel Iced Coffee
Make the espresso coffee as usual with your espresso machine or coffee maker.
Add the caramel syrup to the slightly hot coffee, stir and let cool completely.
Decorate a tall glass with caramel sauce drizzled around the edges if desired.
Fill the glass with ice cubes, then pour in the cold milk.
Pour in the cold coffee and caramel mixture and stir gently until smooth.
Top with whipped cream and extra caramel sauce or chocolate syrup if desired.
Serve immediately while cold and creamy.
Storage
Store the coffee and caramel mixture in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Recipe Variations
- Caramel macchiato: Add more milk and pour the espresso on top.
- Blended caramel frappe: Blend the drink with crushed ice.
- Mocha caramel coffee: Add chocolate syrup or cocoa powder.
- Salted caramel version: Use salted caramel sauce for a richer flavor.
- Dairy-free coffee: Use almond milk, oat milk or coconut milk.
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Caramel Iced Coffee
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 glass
Description
Easy caramel iced coffee made with espresso, caramel syrup, milk and ice cubes for a creamy homemade coffee shop style drink.
Ingredients
- 1 espresso coffee – approx. 60 ml (1/4 cup)
- 1 tbsp caramel syrup
- 125 ml (1/2 cup) milk
- Ice cubes
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the espresso and mix with the caramel syrup.
- Let the coffee cool slightly.
- Decorate a tall glass with caramel sauce if desired.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes.
- Pour in the milk.
- Add the caramel coffee mixture.
- Top with whipped cream and extra caramel sauce.
- Serve immediately while cold and creamy.
Notes
Storage: Store the coffee and caramel mixture in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Tips:
- Use strong espresso for a richer coffee flavor.
- Mix the caramel well into the warm coffee for a smooth texture.
- Chill the coffee before adding it to the ice cubes.
- Adjust the caramel depending on how sweet you like it.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
