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Blended Ice Coffee

A creamy, refreshing blended ice coffee that's ready in under five minutes and tastes better than what you'll find at most coffee shops. This recipe combines strong coffee, creamy milk, and ice for a smooth, satisfying drink that's endlessly customizable.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup brewed coffee cooled
  • 1/2 cup whole milk or milk of choice
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
  • Whipped cream for topping optional

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Tall glass
  • Spoon for stirring
  • Ice cube tray

Method
 

  1. Make a fresh cup of strong coffee using your preferred brewing method and let it cool to room temperature.
  2. Pour the cooled coffee into your blender first, then add the milk and sugar.
  3. Pour 1 cup of ice cubes into the blender on top of your liquid ingredients.
  4. Add vanilla extract or any other flavoring you're using at this point.
  5. Cover your blender and blend on high speed for 30 to 45 seconds until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no visible ice chunks.
  6. Stop and look at your blended coffee through the blender jar to make sure it looks creamy and smooth throughout. If you see large ice chunks remaining, blend for another 10 to 15 seconds.
  7. Carefully pour the blended coffee from the blender into your tall glass, leaving about half an inch of space at the top.
  8. Add whipped cream on top if desired, or simply serve as is with a straw or spoon. Serve immediately.

Notes

Freeze strong brewed coffee in ice cube trays the night before, then use those coffee ice cubes instead of regular ice cubes to prevent your drink from becoming watered down as the ice melts. Make sure your coffee is completely cooled before blending. Use strong coffee rather than regular strength, since blending and ice dilute the flavor slightly.