Strawberry Cream Cold Latte (Printer-friendly)
Creamy chilled strawberry latte blending fresh fruit puree with cold brew and milk
# 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)
# Directions:
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 ordinary iced coffee into something that feels like a cafe treat without the fancy equipment
- The fresh strawberry puree strikes this perfect balance between natural fruit sweetness and creamy indulgence
- You can make the strawberry base ahead and keep it in the fridge for instant fancy drinks all week
02 -
- The coffee must be completely cold or it will curdle the cream and ruin that beautiful layered presentation
- Getting that marbled look requires pouring slowly and deliberately but honestly it tastes just as good even when you rush it
03 -
- If your strawberries are not very sweet, increase the sugar to three tablespoons because the cold temperature dulls sweetness perception
- A drop of vanilla extract in the cream mixture adds this cozy bakery flavor that makes everything feel more expensive