This dairy-free iced latte is a fast and easy coffee drink for hot summer days.
It's 90 degrees today. And it's supposed to stay hot and humid for the rest of the week. This iced latte has become my go-to drink for these hot summer days. If you're following me on Instagram, you saw the first time I made this iced espresso and milk. I've been having it just about every summer morning since then.
How to make iced latte
When the weather is cooler, I make cappuccino in the mornings. The regular coffee maker collects dust, but the espresso machine gets used every day. While I always have cold brew iced tea in the fridge, I've never really gotten into making cold brew coffee. It's so easy to make a shot of espresso in the morning, and just pour it over a glass full of ice and (dairy-free) milk.
This is one of those recipes you'll want to play around with. I prefer mine with homemade cashew milk, but you can always use almond milk or coconut milk. And if you like your coffee sweetened, try a little raw honey or maple syrup. Either way, you'll have a cold, creamy coffee drink to help you beat the heat.
Here are a few more coffee drinks to try:
And if you like smoothies, check out the dairy-free smoothie recipe videos below:
Dairy-Free Iced Latte Recipe
Ingredients
- 6-8 large ice cubes
- 1/2 cup cashew milk or more to taste
- 2 shots of espresso
Instructions
- Make espresso shots and set aside to cool for a few minutes.
- Fill large heat-proof glass with ice. Pour in milk, then espresso. Stir, and sweeten if desired.
Notes
- Substitute almond milk or coconut milk for the cashew milk if preferred.
- Stir in vanilla stevia, maple syrup, or liquid sweetener of choice if desired.
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Barnabas Radics
August 23 at 2:24 pmI found this very helpful! Now i know how to make iced latte!
Hil
August 24 at 8:46 pmI am lactose intolerant and am always looking for caffeine alternatives to drink. I do a similar one with coffee but I think I will try with espresso next time. Thanks for the idea!
Lisa
August 25 at 1:24 pmGlad I could help, Hil! I have a dairy intolerance too, so I’m always trying different dairy-free options.
Lisa
August 25 at 1:27 pmYay! Homemade cashew milk is so easy, and it has a creamy, mild flavor that’s great with espresso drinks.
Hannah
August 26 at 12:38 amI love my coffee and this iced one would be super great in the hot summer! Thanks for sharing
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