🥤 Iced Caramel Coffee at Home (Better Than Starbucks!)

 Craving that perfect iced caramel coffee without leaving your house? This easy, creamy, and sweet iced caramel coffee recipe brings café vibes straight to your kitchen — rich espresso, smooth caramel, and ice-cold refreshment all in one glass.

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🧾 Ingredients :

• 1 cup strong brewed coffee or 1 shot of espresso, cooled

• ½ cup milk (dairy or plant-based like almond, oat, or soy)

• 2 tablespoons caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzle)

• 1 tablespoon simple syrup or sweetener of choice (optional, adjust sweetness)

• 1 cup ice cubes

• Whipped cream (optional, for topping)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Brew and cool coffee:
   Brew your coffee or espresso and let it cool to room temperature (or chill in fridge for faster cooling).

2. Mix caramel and coffee:
   In a glass, combine caramel sauce and cooled coffee. Stir until caramel is fully dissolved.

3. Add milk and sweetener:
   Pour in milk and add simple syrup if you like it sweeter. Stir well.

4. Add ice and stir:
   Fill the glass with ice cubes and give everything one final stir to chill.

5. Top with whipped cream:
   Optionally, add a generous swirl of whipped cream and drizzle extra caramel sauce on top.

6. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade caramel coffee perfection!

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🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Serve with a reusable straw and a biscotti or cookie on the side for a café-style treat.

• Try with flavored milk alternatives (vanilla almond or hazelnut oat) for variety.

• Perfect as an afternoon pick-me-up or a sweet brunch companion.

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💪 Nutritional Information (approximate per serving)

• Calories: 150–250 (depending on milk and caramel amount)

• Benefits:

  • Coffee provides antioxidants and a natural energy boost.

  • Milk adds calcium and protein (plant-based alternatives offer vitamins and are often lower calorie).

  • Moderate caramel adds sweetness but watch portions if monitoring sugar intake.

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🌱 Dietary Considerations

• ✅ Gluten-Free naturally

• ✅ Vegan option with plant-based milk and dairy-free caramel sauce

• ✅ Adjustable sweetness for sugar-conscious diets

• ❌ Not suitable for caffeine-sensitive individuals

• ✅ Dairy-free friendly with appropriate milk choices