Strawberry Cream Cold Latte (Printable)
Sweet strawberries blend with cold milk and espresso for a refreshing chilled drink perfect for warm 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 Steps:
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, dividing between the glasses.
04 - Slowly pour the cold brewed coffee over the top of each glass to create a marbled effect.
05 - Top with whipped cream and garnish with fresh strawberries if desired. Serve immediately while chilled.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It transforms your regular coffee routine into something that feels like a café treat without the fancy equipment
- The strawberry puree adds natural sweetness and a gorgeous pink swirl that makes every Instagram-worthy
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- Let your strawberry puree cool completely before mixing with the dairy, otherwise the milk will curdle and you will have a separated mess
- Cold brew coffee really shines here because it lacks the bitterness of hot brewed coffee, letting the strawberry flavor come through
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- Use frozen strawberries in winter when fresh ones are disappointing—they actually blend into an even smoother puree
- A drop of vanilla extract in the strawberry base makes everything taste more complex and bakery-like