Strawberry Cream Cold Latte (Print Version)
Creamy chilled latte with sweet strawberries and cold espresso for summer refreshment.
# 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 Steps:
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 fully incorporated.
03 - Add ice cubes to two tall glasses. Pour the strawberry cream mixture evenly over the ice in each glass.
04 - Slowly pour the cold brewed coffee over the top of each drink to create a marbled effect.
05 - Top with whipped cream and garnish with fresh strawberries if desired. Serve immediately while chilled.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Fresh strawberries transform ordinary iced coffee into something that feels like a café treat without the price tag or the line.
- The homemade strawberry base freezes beautifully, so you can batch it and have fancy drinks all week long.
02 -
- The strawberry puree can be made up to three days ahead and kept in the refrigerator, which makes assembly take literally two minutes.
- Pouring the coffee slowly over a spoon is the difference between a beautiful layered drink and a muddy looking one.
03 -
- Strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve if you want that completely smooth professional texture.
- Chill your glasses in the freezer for ten minutes before serving to keep everything colder longer.