Times are tough, and we’ve all felt the pinch. But guess what, there’s good news! You could skip the daily café run and make iced coffee that tastes straight out of a barista’s dream.
In this first-ever curated series, home cooks and baristas are sharing their best iced coffee recipes with us, so you can enjoy amazing drinks without breaking the bank.
Iced Coffee Recipes
I swear, making iced coffee is way easier than it sounds. Just pick up the right ingredients, follow these recipes, mix in some love, and you know what? You’ll be whipping up some of the best iced coffees out there.
1. Whipped Chocolate Cream Iced Coffee
I’m a HUGE fan of coffee with heavy cream, and that’s why I whipped up this super simple recipe.
Perfectly brewed coffee meets super rich whipped chocolate cream for the ultimate in bold + smooth. Keto-friendly, and so good that you’ll be glad to share it…or not
RECIPE: Whipped Chocolate Cream Iced Coffee
2. Iced Starbucks Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso
Why head to Starbucks when you can make your own?
This mixes up everything you love about the Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso at Starbucks. Brown sugar syrup, a hit of espresso, your fave milk—it’s easy, quick, and it’s like turning your kitchen into your own little café.
RECIPE: Iced Starbucks Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso
3. Dairy Free Iced Coffee Protein Shake
This recipe is a total LIFESAVER for those times around 3 pm when I’m ready for a nap.
Our old friends’ coffee and protein powder join forces with a date to mix up not just a protein shake, but an iced coffee protein shake. Sounds like a well-rounded drink, with flavors so delicious, and light on the calories to keep you going.
RECIPE: Dairy Free Iced Coffee Protein Shake
4. Iced Maple Latte Recipe
You bet I’m ALL about the Iced Maple Latte. It’s perfect for those mornings that are a total rat race or those afternoons where you don’t want to move.
Bold coffee, milk, and a little drizzle of gold—maple syrup—come together in minutes. I call it a comfy indulgence with just the right amount of sweet.
RECIPE: Iced Maple Latte Recipe
5. Coffee Smoothie
For all you guys who ever need a boost in the AM and really just want to go back to bed, here’s a Coffee Smoothie!
Hit the caffeine with some nutrition all in one go— creamy, chill, and done in way less than a commercial break. Perfect if you’re not a big breakfaster, but need a kickstart.
RECIPE: Coffee Smoothie
6. Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew (Starbucks Copycat)
Skip the line and save some cash with this Starbucks-inspired Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew recipe.
If you’re all about that rich cold brew and pumpkin cream, it’s got your name all over it. You can sweeten it up however you want and… it’s better than store-bought!
RECIPE: Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew (Starbucks Copycat)
7. Starbucks Honey Almond Milk Cold Brew
Here’s a next-level recipe if you want to go dairy-free. The Honey Almond Milk Cold Brew copycat is sweet, creamy, and gives you a break from straight dairy.
Honey brings in some floral notes so it’s not just boring sweet; it’s light but filling like real comfort food.
RECIPE: Starbucks Honey Almond Milk Cold Brew
8. Dutch Bros Picture Perfect Iced Coffee
Also, if you’re a fan of Dutch Bros, you’re going to LOVE our iced coffee recipe.
It’s packed with layers of coffee, creamy milk, and a drizzle of chocolate and caramel. It’s a yummy treat for you and your camera. Like… if you want a café experience at home, this is it.
RECIPE: Dutch Bros Picture Perfect Iced Coffee
9. Iced Strawberry Latte
Have you ever had a strawberry coffee? This Iced Strawberry Latte recipe is straight-up fire.
Sweet, homemade strawberry milk hooks up with bold espresso, topped with whip and freeze-dried strawberries.
Literally drinking summer over here, which is perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up!
RECIPE: Iced Strawberry Latte
10. Coconut Whipped Coffee
If you want something more tropical, this Coconut Whipped Coffee delivers.
It’s a Dalgona coffee remix with whipped coffee and creamy coconut milk. A light, nutty twist that makes every slurp feel like the tropics.
And it takes, like, 5 minutes to make.
RECIPE: Coconut Whipped Coffee
11. Rich & Creamy Iced Lavender Latte
When you’re vibing with fancy: try this Iced Lavender Latte.
Floral lavender syrup dances with espresso and milk for a luxe, aromatic treat. Just the thing to unwind after a rough morning… or to feel like you’re having high tea in your own home.
RECIPE: Rich & Creamy Iced Lavender Latte
12. Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino
I love an iced coffee that feels like the holiday season, and this Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino totally hits the spot!
Think chocolate and mint making friends in a cup to give you holiday vibes no matter the temperature. And you can make it at home!
RECIPE: Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino
13. Iced Yolky Caramel Macchiato
Might sound wild, but this yolky coffee turns out to be straight delish.
The yolk is the ride-or-die sidekick to caramel’s sweet and espresso’s bold. Think Vietnamese egg coffee, but a full experience you can have locally. Fair warning though, this drink contains raw eggs so skip this if it’s not your thing.
RECIPE: Iced Yolky Caramel Macchiato
14. 3-Ingredient Thai Iced Coffee
This Thai Iced Coffee recipe is simple on fleek! It does its thing with kickin’ coffee, sweetness from the condensed milk, a hint of spice to keep things spicy, and boom—that’s it.
It’s creamy, it’s sweet, and it totally gives you that quick street food feel from your last Bangkok vacay.
RECIPE: 3-Ingredient Thai Iced Coffee
15. Creamsicle Orange Coffee
I am OBSESSED with the Creamsicle Orange Coffee recipe!
Juicy oranges mixing it up with creamy coffee? Unexpectedly tasty and totally dessert-drink territory.
Light, refreshing, and perfect for when you wanna shake up your coffee with something a little tangy.
RECIPE: Creamsicle Orange Coffee
16. Gluten-Free Cookies & Cream Frappuccino
Want a vegan sweet treat without gluten? Look no further than this Gluten-Free Cookies & Cream Frapp!
Still opulent, still creamy, and still vegan, and gluten-free, so EVERYONE can enjoy this treat. All you need is a few ingredients to make a super yummy drink—you got this!
RECIPE: Gluten-Free Cookies & Cream Frappuccino
17. Tim Hortons Copycat Iced Capp
What do you do when you miss Tim Horton’s Iced Capp, Canada’s summer heaven-in-a-cup? You whip up a copycat, duh.
Rich, cold, just sweet enough, and KETO?! Yep, it gives you your caffeine hit while melting the heat away.
RECIPE: Tim Hortons Copycat Iced Capp
18. Iced Mocha Latte
This Iced Mocha Latte recipe combines espresso, milk, and chocolate syrup to create the ultimate crowd-pleaser. It’s perfect for those who love both coffee and chocolate.
Whip up this scrumptious treat at home on those days when you need a little extra boost with a sweet touch.
RECIPE: Iced Mocha Latte
19. Chaga Mushroom Iced Coffee
If you’re looking for a new thing to add to your morning cuppa, make it a Chaga Mushroom Iced Coffee.
Espresso is the base with a health boost from chaga mushrooms.
Easy, ice-cold, and gives you a morning buzz without the guilt.
RECIPE: Chaga Mushroom Iced Coffee
20. Cold Brew Coffee (3 Ways)
Cold brew is a classic, but this recipe takes it up a notch with three different ways to enjoy it.
Like it smooth and straight-up? Creamy with a splash of milk? Sweetened with syrup? This recipe has it all!
RECIPE: Cold Brew Coffee (3 Ways)
Conclusion
And now you’ve got the best iced coffee recipes from experts under your belt! You can play barista in your own kitchen instead of waiting at the store.
I’ll be sharing more curated recipes for coffee, tea, and even sweet treats soon—saving money never tasted so good!
