There’s something magical about a smooth, caramel-swirled iced coffee.
This one is creamy, just the right amount of sweet, and made with almond milk for a light and refreshing twist.
It’s the perfect pick-me-up for busy mornings or a little afternoon treat.
Plus, it’s way cheaper (and tastier!) than grabbing one at a coffee shop.
Let’s make it!
What You’ll Need
- 1 cup brewed coffee (chilled)
- ½ cup almond milk (unsweetened or vanilla)
- 2 tbsp caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup ice cubes
Pro Tips
- Use cold coffee – Brew your coffee ahead and chill it for the best flavor. Hot coffee melts the ice too fast!
- Customize the sweetness – Add more or less caramel and maple syrup to suit your taste.
- Creamier texture – Swap almond milk for oat milk or a splash of heavy cream if you like it extra rich.
- Shake it up – Mix everything in a jar with a lid and shake for a super frothy texture.
- Coffee cubes! – Freeze leftover coffee in ice cube trays so your drink never gets watered down.
Tools You’ll Need
- Tall glass
- Spoon (for stirring)
- Small pitcher (for pouring milk)
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Straw (optional, but fun!)
Substitutions & Variations
- Milk options – Try oat milk, cashew milk, or regular milk.
- Sugar-free – Use a sugar-free caramel sauce and skip the maple syrup.
- Decaf version – Use decaf coffee if you’re avoiding caffeine.
- Extra indulgent – Add whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel on top.
Make-Ahead Tips
- Brew your coffee the night before and chill it in the fridge.
- Mix the caramel, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in advance so it’s ready to go.
How to Make It
1. Brew and Chill the Coffee
If you haven’t already, brew 1 cup of coffee and let it cool completely in the fridge.
2. Drizzle Caramel in the Glass
Drizzle caramel sauce along the inside of your glass for that classic coffee shop look.
3. Add Ice and Chilled Coffee
Fill the glass with ice cubes, then pour in the chilled coffee.
4. Mix the Milk, Caramel & Sweetener
In a small pitcher, stir together the almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and 1 tbsp of caramel sauce.
5. Pour Over Coffee & Stir
Pour the sweetened almond milk over the iced coffee and stir gently to mix.
Leftovers & Storage
- Best enjoyed fresh, but you can prep the coffee and milk mixture in advance.
- Store the coffee in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- If pre-mixed, shake well before drinking as ingredients may separate.
Time to Enjoy!
There you have it—your very own homemade caramel almond milk iced coffee!
It’s creamy, sweet, and absolutely delicious.
Give it a try and let me know how it turns out in the comments.
Did you tweak it?
Add something fun?
I’d love to hear!
Happy sipping! ☕✨
