Delicious Strawberry Cream Cold Latte (Printable)
A refreshing chilled blend of sweet strawberries, creamy milk, and bold espresso—perfect for summer cooling.
# 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 Tips:
01 -
- The way fresh strawberries and cold brewed coffee dance together tastes like a fancy café drink but comes together in ten minutes
- Its endlessly customizable—sweeten it up, go dairy free, or skip the caffeine entirely
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- Cold brew really is essential here—hot brewed coffee can make the cream separate and that marbled effect won't happen
- Everything needs to be thoroughly chilled before you start layering or you'll end up with a lukewarm disappointment
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- Strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve if you're not a fan of seeds—it makes for a silkier drinking experience
- Freeze some strawberry puree in ice cube trays for extra concentrated flavor that won't water down your drink