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Cold Brew Latte Hack

Cold Brew Latte Hack

This Cold Brew Latte Hack is your secret weapon for enjoying a delicious, creamy, and customizable cold brew latte at home for a fraction of the cost. Perfect for busy mornings or a midday treat, this simple hack unlocks café-quality coffee without the fuss.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Beverage, Coffee, Drink

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee or cold brew concentrate If using regular brewed coffee, let it cool completely or chill it in the refrigerator.
  • 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup milk of choice (dairy or non-dairy, such as almond, oat, or soy)
  • ice cubes
  • Vanilla extract optional, for vanilla latte
  • cinnamon optional garnish or flavoring
  • chocolate syrup optional garnish or flavoring
  • whipped cream optional garnish
  • your favorite coffee flavorings optional

Method
 

  1. Brew a strong cup of coffee or use your favorite cold brew concentrate. If using regular brewed coffee, let it cool completely or chill it in the refrigerator to prevent melting the ice too quickly. If using cold brew concentrate, you'll dilute it with a bit of water or milk later.
    1 cup strong brewed coffee or cold brew concentrate
  2. In a separate glass or small bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and the heavy cream (or half-and-half). Stir vigorously until well combined. This mixture will provide your latte with its signature creamy sweetness and smooth texture. Add a tiny splash of vanilla extract here if you desire a vanilla latte.
    2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk, 1 tablespoon heavy cream or half-and-half, Vanilla extract
  3. Fill a tall glass generously with ice cubes. Pour your cooled coffee or cold brew concentrate over the ice.
    ice cubes, 1 cup strong brewed coffee or cold brew concentrate
  4. Spoon the sweetened condensed milk and cream mixture over the coffee and ice.
    2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk, 1 tablespoon heavy cream or half-and-half
  5. Pour your chosen milk (dairy or non-dairy) over the top. Fill the glass nearly to the brim, leaving a little space for stirring.
    1/2 cup milk of choice (dairy or non-dairy, such as almond, oat, or soy)
  6. Gently stir all the ingredients together until the creamy mixture is fully incorporated. Watch as your Cold Brew Latte Hack transforms into a beautifully layered, creamy coffee drink. If you desire, add more milk to adjust the strength and sweetness to your preference. Garnish with whipped cream, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup if you're feeling indulgent.
    whipped cream, cinnamon, chocolate syrup

Notes

Best enjoyed immediately. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours in an airtight container. Shake or stir well before drinking again. Freezing is not recommended.
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