Description
This Strawberry Cream Cold Latte is a refreshing blend of vibrant strawberry puree and creamy coffee, perfect for warm summer days. Enjoy a delightful drink that combines sweet strawberries with rich coffee and a fluffy cream topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust based on sweetness of strawberries)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup brewed coffee (strong, cooled to room temperature)
- 1 cup milk (whole, almond, or oat milk for a dairy-free option)
- 2 tablespoons vanilla syrup (store-bought or homemade)
- Ice cubes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh strawberries, sliced (for garnish)
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Start by preparing the strawberry puree. In a blender, combine 1 cup of hulled and sliced fresh strawberries, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Blend until smooth, which should take about 1 minute. Aim for a silky texture without lumps. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of water.
- Once blended, transfer the strawberry puree to a bowl and set it aside. You want the puree to be vibrant and smooth, with a lovely rosy color. This should take about 5 minutes, including cleaning the blender.
- Next, brew your coffee. Use 1 cup of strong coffee and let it cool to room temperature. If your coffee is too hot, it may dilute the milk later on. This should take around 10-15 minutes, depending on your brewing method.
- While the coffee cools, prepare your milk mixture. In a large glass or shaker, combine 1 cup of your choice of milk with 2 tablespoons of vanilla syrup. Stir or shake well until fully incorporated. The mixture should be creamy and sweet, with the vanilla aroma wafting up to greet you — about 1 minute.
- Now, it's time to assemble your latte! Fill a tall glass with ice cubes, then pour in the cooled coffee until it reaches halfway. Follow this with the milk mixture, filling the glass to about three-quarters full. You should see a beautiful layering effect as the coffee and milk meld together.
- For the cream topping, in a mixing bowl, whip together 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract using a hand mixer or whisk. Whip until soft peaks form, which should take about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to over-whip, or you'll end up with butter!
- Carefully spoon the whipped cream over the top of your latte. You want it to be fluffy and cloud-like, creating an appealing contrast against the dark coffee. This should take about 1 minute.
- Finally, garnish your latte with fresh strawberry slices on top of the cream. This adds a pop of color and a hint of freshness. Serve immediately and enjoy your gorgeous Strawberry Cream Cold Latte!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending and Whipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: For a dairy-free option, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk and use coconut cream for the whipped topping. Adjust the vanilla syrup to your taste for sweetness.