Learn how to make an Iced Vanilla Latte right at home without the need for any fancy equipment or even espresso. This recipe tastes just as good, if not better, as a fancy coffee shop version.
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I am a lover of anything and everything made in a fancy coffee shop. However, I have a pretty strong tendency to lean towards frugality, so I don’t frequent them too often.
But, the craving hits every once in awhile, especially for iced coffee when the weather turns warm. I decided it was time to figure out how to make iced coffee at home and with that this super easy recipe for an Iced Vanilla Latte was created.
I made this latte with my favorite medium roast coffee, a little milk, and vanilla coffee creamer. Using coffee creamer gives the latte it’s vanilla flavor along with a sweet creaminess that is just so delicious!
Why This Recipe Works
- There is no need for any fancy equipment or even espresso. You can make this latte with your regular, everyday coffee that’s been made in a regular drip coffee maker.
- You only need 3 ingredients and a few minutes to make a homemade Iced Vanilla Latte.
- Making your own iced coffee drinks can save you a ton of time and money – especially if you frequent coffee shops often. The best coffee is a coffee that tastes great and doesn’t cost a small fortune for you to enjoy daily.
What Do You Need to Make Iced Coffee at Home?
All you need to make iced coffee at home is a coffeemaker, the coffee of your choice and any additional add-ins (we’ll get to that in a moment).
Iced coffee is typically made with espresso or a strong brewed regular coffee.
So how do you make strong brewed coffee?
Making strong brewed coffee is easy. Simply increase the coffee to water ratio, or use a darker roast coffee. For stronger coffee, I use 2 tablespoons of a medium roast coffee per 6 ounces of water.
How to Make an Iced Vanilla Latte
Making an Iced Vanilla Latte at home is so much easier than you might expect.
What You Need To Make This Recipe
To make this recipe you will need:
- 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
- 2/3 cups vanilla coffee creamer
- 1/3 cup milk
- caramel syrup (or other flavors, optional)
Prep!
The only thing you need to do to prepare for this recipe is brew your coffee and let it cool.
Tip: you can put the brewed coffee in the refrigerator or freezer to speed up the cooling process.
Create!
Add ice to two glasses and divide the coffee evenly between them.
Mix the vanilla coffee creamer and milk together and pour equal amounts over the two glasses of coffee.
Tip: if you prefer a less sweet latte, increase the amount of milk and decrease the amount of creamer to suit your own tastes – just keep the total amount equal to 1 cup.
Stir and enjoy!
Present!
To make this an Iced Vanilla Caramel Latte, you can add a drizzle of caramel syrup on top.
Tips and Techniques
- Speed up the cooling process by putting the brewed coffee in the refrigerator or freezer.
- Change the ratio of the milk and vanilla coffee creamer to suit your own tastes. More milk vs. creamer will result in a less sweet latte.
- Add more flavor to this Iced Vanilla Latte recipe by adding different syrups, like caramel, on top.
FAQ’s
What Is The Difference Between An Iced Coffee And An Iced Latte?
An iced coffee is typically made with coffee or espresso, water, and ice where an iced latte is made with coffee or espresso, milk, and ice.
Is Iced Coffee Stronger Than Regular Coffee?
While the caffeine content in coffee greatly varies, iced coffee is made with a stronger brewed coffee. However, because it’s mixed with water or milk, it dilutes the caffeine back down to a more “normal” level.
Recipes to Pair With An Iced Vanilla Latte
- Raspberry Muffins
- Blueberry Oat Muffins
- White Chocolate Raspberry Scones
- Fluffy Blueberry Pancakes
- Simple Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
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Iced Vanilla Latte
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
- 2/3 cups vanilla coffee creamer
- 1/3 cup milk
- caramel syrup * optional
Instructions
- Add ice to two glass and pour equal amounts of the coffee into each.
- Combine the vanilla coffee creamer and milk, then divide evenly over the two glasses of coffee.
- Top with caramel syrup, if desired.
Notes
Tips and Techniques
- Make strong brewed coffee by either increasing the coffee to water ratio, or use a darker roast coffee. For example, use 2 tablespoons of coffee per 6 ounces of water.
- Speed up the cooling process by putting the brewed coffee in the refrigerator or freezer.
- Change the ratio of the milk and vanilla coffee creamer to suit your own tastes. More milk vs. creamer will result in a less sweet latte.
- Add more flavor to this Iced Vanilla Latte recipe by adding different syrups, like caramel, on top.
Nutrition
This recipe was originally published on April 30, 2019. It was updated in May 2020.
