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Iced Strawberry Coffee Latte

This iced strawberry coffee latte combines fresh strawberry syrup with bold brewed espresso and creamy milk, resulting in a layered cold beverage. The drink features vibrant red hues, a smooth texture, and a refreshing balance of fruitiness and coffee flavor, served over ice for a cool finish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cup fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 2 tbsp tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup cup hot water to dissolve honey
  • 1 shot shot freshly brewed espresso or strong coffee
  • 1 cup cup milk dairy or plant-based
  • ice cubes ice plenty for chilling

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Coffee maker or espresso machine
  • Glass cups or mugs
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Place the sliced strawberries in a blender and add honey and hot water to help dissolve the sweetener. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and vibrant red, about 30 seconds. This creates a fresh strawberry syrup.
  2. Fill two glasses with plenty of ice cubes, almost overflowing to keep the beverage extra cold and visually appealing.
  3. Pour the strawberry syrup evenly into each glass, allowing the vivid red liquid to settle at the bottom. This layering creates a beautiful visual contrast with the ice.
  4. Brew a shot of espresso or strong coffee and immediately pour it over the strawberry syrup in each glass; the dark coffee will swirl slightly into the red syrup, creating a layered effect.
  5. Heat the milk gently until just steaming, then pour it slowly over the coffee layer, allowing it to mix softly and create a creamy top to the layered drink.
  6. Gently stir the mixture with a straw or spoon to blend the layers or leave it layered for a beautiful presentation. Serve immediately with a straw for sipping.

Notes

You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey. Using fresh strawberries creates a vibrant flavor, but frozen berries work well if they're out of season. Feel free to experiment with plant-based milks for different textures and flavors.