Can I make Caramel Iced Coffee ahead of time?

Yes, you can brew the coffee ahead and keep it chilled in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Store the caramel sauce separately if possible for the freshest flavor. Assemble the drink with ice and whipped cream right before serving.

What milk works best in caramel iced coffee?

Oat milk creates the creamiest texture, while almond milk keeps the drink lighter. Coconut milk adds a richer flavor with a slight tropical note. Any milk you enjoy in coffee should work well here.

Can I freeze Caramel Iced Coffee?

You can freeze the brewed coffee into ice cubes to avoid a watered-down drink later. Fully assembled iced coffee is not ideal for freezing because the texture changes once thawed. Coffee cubes blended with milk make a great frozen version.

How can I make this iced coffee stronger?

Use espresso instead of regular brewed coffee for a bolder flavor. Cold brew concentrate also works well and tastes smoother. Reducing the milk slightly can help the coffee flavor stand out more too.

Caramel Iced Coffee That Makes Hot Days Better

Caramel Iced Coffee That Tastes Like a Treat

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This Caramel Iced Coffee is cool, creamy, lightly sweet, and easy to make with brewed coffee, milk, caramel, and a fluffy topping.

Author: Sophia Mitchell
Prep Time: 7 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes
Yield: 1 serving 1x
Category: Drinks
Method: Stirred

Ingredients

Scale

2 tbsp ground coffee
1 cup unsweetened almond milk or oat milk
1 tbsp low-sugar caramel sauce
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Ice cubes
Store-bought whipped cream, lighter version or dairy-free if preferred

Instructions

Prepare the coffee, then allow it to cool before making the drink.
Fill a serving glass with ice and pour the cooled coffee over the cubes.
Add almond milk or oat milk until the drink looks as creamy as you like.
Mix in the caramel sauce and vanilla extract until the flavors are blended.
Shake the whipped cream can well, then spoon or spray the cream over the coffee.
Finish with an extra caramel drizzle and serve right away.

Notes

Cool the coffee first so the ice does not melt too quickly.
Use oat milk for a creamier sip or almond milk for a lighter drink.
For a bolder flavor, replace brewed coffee with espresso or cold brew concentrate.
Freeze leftover coffee into cubes to keep future iced coffee from tasting watered down.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving

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