Strawberry Cream Cold Latte (Print View)

Fresh strawberries meet creamy milk and bold espresso in this chilled summer beverage. Sweet, refreshing, and perfectly satisfying.

# What You'll Need:

→ Strawberry Base

01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons water

→ Milk & Cream

04 - 1 cup cold whole milk
05 - 1/4 cup heavy cream

→ Coffee

06 - 1/2 cup cold brewed espresso or strong brewed coffee, cooled

→ To Serve

07 - 1/2 cup ice cubes
08 - Whipped cream, for topping (optional)
09 - Fresh strawberries, for garnish (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Combine strawberries, sugar, and water in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl. Heat gently for 2-3 minutes until strawberries soften and release their juices. Let cool completely, then blend until smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve if seedless puree is preferred.
02 - In a cocktail shaker or large glass, combine the cooled strawberry puree, cold milk, and heavy cream. Stir vigorously until fully incorporated and smooth.
03 - Divide ice cubes evenly between two tall glasses. Pour the strawberry cream mixture over the ice, splitting evenly between glasses.
04 - Slowly pour the cold brewed espresso or coffee over the back of a spoon onto the strawberry cream mixture to create a beautiful marbled effect.
05 - Top with whipped cream and fresh strawberry slices if desired. Serve immediately while chilled.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The combination of sweet strawberries and rich coffee hits all the right notes when you're craving something refreshing
  • It comes together in ten minutes flat but looks like something you'd order at a fancy café
  • The marbled effect when the coffee meets the strawberry cream makes every sip feel like a little moment of luxury
02 -
  • The strawberry puree needs to be completely chilled before mixing with the milk, otherwise the dairy might curdle and ruin the texture
  • Pouring the coffee slowly over a spoon is the secret to getting those Instagram-worthy layered stripes instead of a muddy brown drink
03 -
  • Strain the puree twice for an ultra-smooth texture that feels like something you'd pay seven dollars for at a coffee shop
  • If you're making these for a crowd, multiply the recipe and keep everything in separate pitchers so guests can build their own

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