Strawberry Cream Cold Latte (Printable)

A refreshing blend of sweet strawberries, creamy milk, and cold brew for the perfect 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. Let cool completely, then blend until smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve if you prefer a seedless puree.
02 - In a shaker or large glass, combine the cooled strawberry puree, cold milk, and heavy cream. Stir vigorously until fully incorporated and smooth.
03 - Divide ice cubes evenly between two tall glasses. Pour the strawberry cream mixture over the ice, splitting equally between glasses.
04 - Slowly pour the cold brewed espresso or coffee over the back of a spoon to create a beautiful marbled effect on top of the strawberry cream layer.
05 - Top with whipped cream if desired and garnish with fresh strawberry slices. Serve immediately while cold and refreshing.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The strawberry puree strikes that perfect balance between fruit sweetness and coffee bitterness
  • You can batch-make the base and keep it in your fridge for instant fancy café drinks all week
02 -
  • Hot coffee will melt your ice and separate the cream mixture, so make sure your espresso is completely cold before pouring
  • The strawberry puree keeps in the refrigerator for up to five days, making it perfect for meal prep
03 -
  • Use strawberries that are slightly overripe rather than underripe for the sweetest, most flavorful puree
  • Pour the coffee over the back of a spoon for those picture perfect layers every single time

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