Iced Coffee with Ice Cream: The Ultimate Cold Brew Recipe
This indulgent cold brew beverage combines strong chilled espresso or cold brew coffee with creamy vanilla ice cream. Naturally sweet and rich, it’s a refreshing café-style treat that’s easy to make at home in minutes. Customize with milk and add-ins for perfect balance and texture.
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Servings: 1 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups cold brew coffee or chilled espresso
- 3–4 scoops vanilla ice cream
- 3–6 fluid oz milk or cream (optional)
- Add-ins like chocolate shavings, caramel drizzle, or cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Pour chilled cold brew coffee or espresso into a glass
- Add 3–4 scoops of vanilla ice cream
- Top with milk or cream if desired
- Stir gently to combine
- Let sit for 2–3 minutes to soften the ice cream
- Serve immediately
Notes
Brew coffee stronger than usual to balance the ice cream’s sweetness
Chilled espresso may require 2–3 minutes to melt the ice cream evenly
Use non-dairy milk alternatives if needed
Drink immediately to enjoy optimal texture before further melting
Chilled espresso may require 2–3 minutes to melt the ice cream evenly
Use non-dairy milk alternatives if needed
Drink immediately to enjoy optimal texture before further melting
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 120mg | Sugar: 45g