This Homemade Iced Coffee recipe is a satisfying way to start your day, and it’s a delicious twist on a regular cuppa joe! Variations and notes are included so you can customize your sip just the way you want it! {Gluten-Free + Dairy-Free}
Confession time: There is Morgan before coffee and Morgan after coffee, and they are not the same Morgan. Thank you for understanding. I do love a good cup of coffee in the morning. If I have a cup of coffee in one hand and a book in the other, then I’m a happy camper. And if there are variations to choose from, then so much the better!
So how about a Homemade Iced Coffee recipe? It’s only natural to have a cold cup to go along with one of my dairy-free coffee favorites, Dairy-Free Vanilla Cashew Coffee! While that one is served warm, this Homemade Iced Coffee is, as the name states, served cold. It’s also full of options, which I’ve included below.
But here’s the thing: before you start your Homemade Iced Coffee journey, it’s helpful to know whether you like more of a coffee flavor or more of a creamer flavor. I’m decidedly the latter, which makes creating this recipe enjoyable and also a little crazy. Exactly how much almond milk and vanilla do I want in my coffee? A LOT, actually. Basically, I add coffee to my mix-ins and call it a beverage. However, you CAN make your Homemade Iced Coffee a straight-up coffee-no-mix-in deal. And while I can’t directly relate to your experience, I DO commend you.
However you enjoy your Homemade Iced Coffee, grab your coffeemaker and let’s get our brew on!
Homemade Iced Coffee is
- Quick and easy to make
- Allergen-friendly
- Prep-ahead-friendly
- Perfect for experimenting
There are countless ways to enjoy your Homemade Iced Coffee. And it’s easy to experiment with different mix-ins and flavors! I tend to go the vanilla route. But you could also go with chocolate, almond, caramel, or any other flavor that suits your palate!
Homemade Iced Coffee ingredients
- Brewed coffee. As much as you want to have on hand.
- Ice cubes. If you’re feeling adventurous, then brew a second batch of coffee to pour into ice cube trays and then freeze them. This way your coffee will stay chilled without becoming watery.
- Milk. I like almond milk, but other milks will work, too. Keep in mind that some milks, like coconut milk, have a strong flavor that will definitely influence how your coffee tastes.
- Sweetener. Of your choosing. 100% pure maple syrup is my current fave, however 100% pure honey, agave nectar, and stevia will also work.
Side note: I’ve included more notes below in the Recipe Variations section for optional mix-ins.
How to make Homemade Iced Coffee
Brew eight ounces of coffee and set aside to cool. Then drink up! Okay, that’s it! That’s the recipe. 🤣 No, I’ll explain more. Definitely brew the eight ounces of coffee and set it aside to cool. If you’re planning in advance, then brew your coffee the night before you want to enjoy it. Refrigerate that batch and then brew a second batch to convert into ice cubes, freezing those overnight. The following morning add your desired mix-ins and you’re ready to go.
Side note: If you want to include a mix-in that needs to melt or dissolve, then add it while your coffee is still hot, rather than waiting until the next morning or once it’s cooled.
Recipe Variations
If you love variety and countless recipe options, then you’re in luck. And if countless variations are overwhelming, then let me share some guideposts to help you on your iced coffee journey.
- Dairy alternatives. I LOVE to add almond milk to my iced coffee (one part almond milk to two parts coffee). Cashew, rice, and other dairy-free milk alternatives would work, too.
- Chocolate. Because chocolate makes everything better. Prep a cup of hot coffee, add your chocolate, let the chocolate melt or dissolve, and then let everything cool. Voila! You have a cold-brew version of chocolate coffee.
- Protein powder. Spiriteds, THIS has been a game-changer for me. A scoop or two and you’re set to go!
- Sweetener. This is where it gets dicey because the flavor of the sweetener will absolutely affect the flavor of your coffee. Try a dash of 100% pure honey honey, 100% pure maple syrup (my current fave), or agave nectar and see if one works best for you. You can also try monkfruit sweetener or stevia.
- Vanilla. Add a splash, if you’re so inclined. Almond extract would also work.
- Coffee ice cubes. Brew a second round of coffee, pour it into ice cube trays, and place in the freezer until the coffee is frozen into cubes. Use these coffee ice cubes in your Homemade Iced Coffee so it stays chilled without becoming watered down. It’s up to you whether you want your coffee ice cubes to be straight black coffee, or whether you want to add some mix-ins to your ice cube concoction as well.
More icy beverages to quench your thirst!
Homemade Iced Coffee is a chill way to start you day! And if you are in the mood for MORE cool drinks to beat the heat, then here are more delicious sips and slurps!
- Homemade Raspberry Iced Tea
- Blueberry Sparkling Water
- Homemade Pineapple Lemonade
- Agave-Infused Homemade Lemonade
Spiriteds, stay well and stay wild! I’m glad you’re here. 🩷
Homemade Iced Coffee
This Homemade Iced Coffee recipe is a satisfying way to start your day, and it’s a delicious twist on a regular cuppa joe! Variations and notes are included so you can customize your sip just the way you want it! {Gluten-Free + Dairy-Free}
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Total Time: 5 mins
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverages (Non-Alcoholic)
- Method: Brew
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 8 oz. fresh brewed coffee, chilled
- 4 oz. almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1–2 tablespoons 100% pure maple syrup
- Handful of ice cubes
Instructions
- Brew one cup coffee and let cool. To make coffee ice cubes, brew another batch of coffee using the same grounds. Let cool and pour into ice cube trays. Freeze for about 2-3 hours.
- When coffee has chilled or coffee ice cubes are frozen solid, pour desired minx-ins into coffee and enjoy.
Notes
- For this recipe, I brewed a 2 : 1 ratio of coffee to almond milk. However, if you want a stronger coffee flavor, then reduce the amount of almond milk. And for a stronger milky flavor, increase the amount of almond milk added.
- Brew a batch of coffee the night before, pour it into ice cube trays, and freeze overnight. You can then add those coffee ice cubes to your chilled coffee in the morning. If you’d like your ice cubes to have the same flavor as the Homemade Iced Coffee you’ll prepare, then add any mix-ins at this stage, as well.
- You can make the coffee the night before and chill in the fridge until morning. However, if you want to add ingredients that need to melt or dissolve in hot liquid, make sure to add those at the same time you brew your coffee.
- In place of almond milk, you can use other dairy-free milks, too, including rice milk, cashew milk, oat milk, or almond milk.
- In place of maple syrup, you can use 100% pure honey or agave nectar. Stevia would also work.
- Additional mix-ins include chocolate (powdered or chips), or even protein powder. I typically add these in small amounts and then taste-test as I go to get the flavor I want.
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