Delicious Strawberry Cream Cold Latte (Printable)
Sweet strawberries blend with creamy milk and cold brewed coffee for a luscious, cooling summer beverage.
# 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 - Combine the strawberry puree, cold milk, and heavy cream in a shaker or large glass. Stir thoroughly until well incorporated.
03 - Distribute ice cubes evenly between two tall glasses.
04 - Pour the strawberry cream mixture over the ice in each glass. 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 while chilled.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The strawberry puree strikes that perfect balance between fruit forward sweetness and coffee bitterness
- It comes together in under ten minutes but looks like you put way more effort into it
02 -
- Your strawberry puree can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to three days
- The marbled effect only lasts a minute or two before it all blends together, so serve it right away
03 -
- Freeze your strawberries beforehand and skip the ice for a more concentrated flavor
- Use a clear glass so you can see that beautiful marbled effect before stirring