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The Joy of Summer: 11 Refreshing Iced Coffee Recipes to Brighten Up Your Days

As the temperature rises, our love for iced coffee grows. Not only is it a refreshing way to beat the heat, but it’s also a healthier and more budget-friendly alternative to frequenting your local coffee shop. With these 11 unique iced coffee recipes, you’ll be sipping your way to a happier, more energized you all summer long.

Mint to Be: A Refreshing Twist on Iced Coffee

Inspired by the famous mint mojito coffee from Philz Coffee, this recipe brings together the perfect blend of mint, cream, and coffee. With only five ingredients and no refined sugar, it’s a guilt-free treat that’s easy to customize to your taste.

Lavender Dreams: A Soothing Iced Coffee Recipe

Infuse your coffee with the calming flavors of lavender and coconut milk. This recipe simmers the two ingredients together for 15 minutes, creating a lightly flavored milk that’s as delightful on its own as it is in coffee. Add a touch of honey or maple syrup for a hint of sweetness.

Vegan Delight: Overnight Thai Iced Coffee

Say goodbye to sugary Thai iced coffee and hello to this vegan-friendly alternative. With espresso, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, and coconut cream, this recipe is a flavorful and creamy treat that’s perfect for hot summer days.

The Perfect Pick-Me-Up: Almond Milk Cold Brew Coffee Latte

Make the most of your cold brew coffee with this simple recipe that uses almond milk and cold brew ice cubes. Customize it to your taste with various nut milks, vanilla or peppermint extract, or a dash of cinnamon.

Luxurious Treat: Homemade Caramel Vanilla Iced Latte

Indulge in a Paleo- and vegan-friendly caramel iced latte that’s surprisingly easy to make. Stir together coconut sugar, unsweetened vanilla almond milk, ghee, and vanilla extract, then simmer until the caramel sauce thickens. Pour it over ice for a stunning and delicious treat.

Quick and Delicious: Iced Cinnamon Almond Milk Macchiato

Skip the morning coffee shop lines and whip up this perfectly spiced and creamy iced cinnamon macchiato in just five minutes. With almond milk, ice cubes, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and fresh espresso, it’s a quick and satisfying pick-me-up.

Sweet and Creamy: Vanilla Bean Sweet Cream Collagen Iced Coffee

Blend coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and vanilla bean for a Paleo-friendly sweet cream, then brew it with cold brew and collagen peptides for a protein-packed treat. Feel free to skip the collagen for a still-delicious drink.

Homemade Nut Milk Magic: Maple Almond-Cashew Nut Milk Iced Coffee

Create your own nut milk by blending almonds and cashews, then infuse it with maple syrup for a delicious and refreshing iced coffee. Prepare the milk on the weekend and enjoy it all week long.

A Classic Revamp: Milk and Honey Iced Coffee

Sometimes iced coffee needs a boost. Use espresso powder or instant espresso to create a rich and creamy drink, then sweeten it with honey and vanilla extract. Pour it over ice and milk for a classic treat.

Coconut Horchata Iced Coffee: A Nutty Delight

Combine canned coconut milk, rice, almonds, cinnamon, vanilla bean paste, coconut extract, and sugar to create a dairy-free horchata. Blend it with cold brew and pour it over ice for a decadent and refreshing iced coffee.

Pre-Workout Boost: Iced Nana Latte

Looking for a pre-workout snack? Blend coffee, banana, and your favorite adaptogen for a turbocharged drink. Add cacao and maple syrup for a makeshift nana mocha. Enjoy it blended or over ice for a delicious and energizing treat.