Strawberry Cream Cold Latte (Printable)

Sweet strawberries meet cold brew coffee and creamy milk in this refreshing chilled beverage perfect for summer.

# 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 Steps:

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, then blend until smooth. Strain if desired for a seedless puree.
02 - In a shaker or large glass, combine the strawberry puree, cold milk, and heavy cream. Stir well until fully incorporated.
03 - Add ice cubes to two tall glasses. Pour the strawberry cream mixture evenly over the ice.
04 - Slowly pour the cold brewed coffee over the top to create a marbled effect.
05 - Top with whipped cream and garnish with fresh strawberries if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The strawberry puree strikes that perfect balance between fresh fruit sweetness and coffee bitterness without any artificial syrups or complicated techniques
  • Its the kind of drink that makes you feel like you are sitting in a fancy cafe even when you are just standing at your kitchen counter in your pajamas
02 -
  • The strawberry puree can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator, which makes this so much faster on busy mornings
  • Room temperature ingredients will dilute your drink faster and create less distinct layers, so keep everything chilled until the very last moment
03 -
  • If your strawberries are not quite sweet enough, let them macerate with the sugar for 15 minutes before heating them up
  • The drink stays layered longest if you pour the coffee over a spoon held just above the cream mixture

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