Strawberry Cream Cold Latte (Printer-friendly)
Sweet strawberries blend with cold milk and cream over espresso for a cooling summer treat.
# 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 Prepare:
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 well incorporated.
03 - Add ice cubes to two tall glasses. Pour the strawberry cream mixture evenly over the ice, dividing between both glasses.
04 - Slowly pour the cold brewed coffee over the top of each drink to create a beautiful marbled effect.
05 - Top with whipped cream and fresh strawberry slices if desired. Serve immediately while chilled.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The way the strawberry puree creates those beautiful marbled swirls when you pour in the coffee
- Ready in ten minutes flat when summer cravings hit and you need something cold now
02 -
- Blending hot strawberries can create pressure and cause splattering, so let them cool first or leave the blender lid slightly ajar with a towel over it
- Pouring the coffee slowly over a spoon or down the side of the glass keeps those pretty layers intact instead of turning everything muddy brown
03 -
- Use the ripest strawberries you can find, checking for that deep red color all the way through and sweet floral smell at the stem end
- If your strawberries are not very sweet, add an extra tablespoon of sugar to the puree before blending