Nothing screams summer like a tall glass of chilled, creamy cold coffee. Whether you’re looking to relax on a hot afternoon, impress your guests, or just treat yourself, these four easy cold coffee recipes bring the café experience right into your kitchen. With simple ingredients and rich flavors, there’s something here for every coffee lover.
Here’s a look at the four delicious cold coffee variations you can try today!
1. Caramel Frappuccino
A Caramel Frappuccino is a sweet, blended iced coffee drink that’s especially popular at Starbucks. It’s creamy, cold, and topped with caramel syrup—perfect for a treat on a warm day.
Want to Make It at Home? Here’s a Simple Recipe:
Ingredients:
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1 cup strong brewed coffee (chilled) or 1–2 shots of espresso
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1 cup milk (any kind)
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2 cups ice
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3 tbsp caramel sauce (plus more for topping)
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2 tbsp sugar or sweetener (optional)
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Whipped cream (optional, but highly recommended)
Instructions:
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Add the coffee, milk, ice, caramel sauce, and sweetener to a blender.
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Blend until smooth and icy.
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Pour into a tall glass, top with whipped cream and caramel drizzle.
2. Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Frappuccino
A Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Frappuccino sounds like a rich, nutty, and indulgent twist on the classic blended coffee drink. It’s not a standard Starbucks menu item, but you can customize your order—or make one at home!
Want to Make It at Home? Here’s a Simple Recipe:
Ingredients:
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1 cup strong brewed coffee or 1–2 shots espresso (chilled)
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1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
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1–1½ cups ice
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2–3 tbsp hazelnut syrup or hazelnut spread (like Nutella)
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2 tbsp mini chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
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1 tbsp sugar or sweetener (optional)
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Whipped cream + chocolate drizzle (optional but amazing)
Instructions:
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Blend coffee, milk, ice, hazelnut syrup/spread, and chocolate chips until smooth.
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Pour into a glass.
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Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
3. Iced Caramel Macchiato
An Iced Caramel Macchiato is a beautifully layered espresso-based drink that combines the rich flavor of coffee with vanilla and caramel over chilled milk and ice. It’s a Starbucks classic—but super easy to recreate at home, too.
Want to Make It at Home? Here’s a Simple Recipe:
Ingredients:
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1–2 shots espresso (or ½ cup strong brewed coffee)
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¾ cup cold milk (any kind)
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1 cup ice
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1–2 tbsp vanilla syrup (or to taste)
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Caramel sauce (for drizzling)
Instructions:
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Add vanilla syrup to the bottom of a tall glass.
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Pour in the cold milk.
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Add ice cubes.
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Slowly pour the espresso over the top (for that layered look).
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Drizzle caramel sauce on top in a crosshatch pattern.
Pro tip: Use a clear glass for that classic layered look!
4. Frothy coffee
Frothy coffee can refer to a few different drinks, depending on the texture and style you’re after. Here are the most popular interpretations:
☁️ 1. Dalgona Coffee (Whipped Coffee – Viral Trend)
Also called “frothy coffee” during its viral phase in 2020.
Ingredients:
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2 tbsp instant coffee
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2 tbsp sugar
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2 tbsp hot water
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Milk (cold or hot)
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Ice (optional)
Instructions:
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Whisk the instant coffee, sugar, and hot water until it forms stiff, frothy peaks (use a hand whisk, electric mixer, or frother).
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Pour milk into a glass (with or without ice).
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Spoon the whipped coffee on top.
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Stir before drinking—or enjoy it layered.
🥛 2. Frothy Milk Coffee / Café au Lait / Latte-style
If you’re referring to coffee with frothy milk (like a latte or cappuccino):
How to Make It:
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Brew 1 cup of strong coffee or a shot of espresso.
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Froth milk using a milk frother, French press, or by shaking heated milk in a jar.
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Pour the frothed milk over the coffee.
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Top with foam. Add sugar or flavoring if desired.
☕️ 3. Instant Frothy Coffee (Without a Frother)
Quick method for a frothy texture without fancy tools:
Instructions:
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Put instant coffee, sugar, and a little hot water in a mug.
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Stir vigorously or whisk until foam forms.
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Add hot milk and stir.
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