Strawberry Cream Cold Latte (Printable version)
Sweet strawberries blended with cold milk, cream, and espresso create a luscious chilled beverage perfect for summer days.
# What You'll 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 Prepare:
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. Let 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 well until fully incorporated.
03 - Add ice cubes to two tall glasses. Pour the strawberry cream mixture evenly over the ice.
04 - Slowly pour the cold brewed coffee over the top to create a marbled effect.
05 - Top with whipped cream and garnish with fresh strawberries if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- It transforms regular iced coffee into something that feels like a café specialty drink without the fancy price tag
- The homemade strawberry puree tastes infinitely better than anything you'll buy in a bottle
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- Pouring the coffee slowly over a spoon is what creates those Instagram-worthy layers everyone loves
- The strawberry puree keeps in the fridge for up to three days, so you can make it ahead for quick assembly
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- Make a double batch of strawberry puree and freeze the extra in ice cube trays for instant future lattes
- A tiny pinch of salt in the strawberry base actually makes the fruit flavor pop more