Strawberry Cream Cold Latte (Printer-friendly)
A refreshing chilled blend of sweet strawberries, creamy milk, and cold brew coffee perfect for hot summer 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 Make It:
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. Allow to 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 thoroughly until well blended.
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 homemade strawberry puree tastes infinitely better than anything store bought and keeps for days in the fridge
- Its endlessly customizable with your milk of choice and sweetness level
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- Letting the strawberry puree cool completely before combining it with milk is non negotiable or youll end up with curdled milk
- Pouring the coffee slowly over the back of a spoon creates that beautiful layered look instead of an immediately muddy drink
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- Invest in a good blender because any chunks of strawberry will sink to the bottom instead of staying distributed throughout the drink
- Cold brew coffee works better than hot brewed coffee thats been chilled since it has smoother flavor and none of that bitter acidity