Learn how to make the perfect iced coffee with this refreshing and delicious recipe. Sara's Iced Coffee is the ideal drink to cool you down on a hot summer day. With a smooth and bold flavor, this homemade iced coffee will satisfy all your coffee cravings. It's easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients. So skip the coffee shop and make your own refreshing iced coffee at home!
Ingredients
- 1 cup freshly brewed coffee
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup ice cubes
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Chocolate syrup (optional)
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the freshly brewed coffee, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir well until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Add the ice cubes to a blender.
- Pour the coffee mixture into the blender.
- Blend on high speed until the ice cubes are crushed and the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the iced coffee into a glass.
- If desired, top with whipped cream and drizzle with chocolate syrup for added flavor.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Iced coffee is believed to have originated in Algeria in the 1840s.
In the United States, iced coffee gained popularity in the 1920s.
Adding milk to coffee is said to have started in 17th century Europe.