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The Best At Home Iced Lattes

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There’s nothing better than starting the morning with an iced latte that feels coffee-shop special but takes just a few minutes to make at home. Over time, I’ve perfected my method, and it’s become my go-to daily treat. It’s creamy, refreshing, and customizable — and once you try it, you might skip the drive-thru line for good.

Why You’ll Love This Iced Latte

  • Simple & quick – ready in about 5 minutes.
  • Rich & creamy – a balance of espresso, milk, and your favorite creamer.
  • Customizable – add seasonal flavors like Chobani’s pumpkin creamer.
  • Budget-friendly – tastes just like the coffee shop without the price (one of my favorite parts of making coffee at home).

Ingredients

  • 1 shot of freshly brewed espresso (I brew mine into this espresso cup)
  • ¼ cup milk of choice
  • Ice cubes
  • 2–3 tablespoons flavored creamer (I froth mine with this frother) OR heavy whipping cream
  • Optional: drizzle of syrup or sprinkle of cinnamon/cocoa


Instructions

  1. Fill a glass with ice.
  2. Pour in ¼ cup milk.
  3. Add espresso — pour it in a circular motion into your espresso cup/holder and then over the ice for that pretty swirl.
  4. Froth the creamer or heavy whipping cream with your frother until silky and airy.
  5. Top your latte with the frothed creamer or cream.
  6. Optional finishing touch: drizzle syrup, sprinkle cinnamon, or dust with cocoa powder.
  7. Stir (or don’t — I like mine layered) and enjoy!

✨ Seasonal Twist: Maple Pumpkin Iced Latte

When fall rolls around, I can’t resist making a seasonal version of my latte. It’s cozy, just sweet enough, and perfect for those pumpkin spice cravings.

How to Make It:

  • Before brewing your espresso, add 1 teaspoon of Trader Joe’s Maple Butter to your espresso cup. Brew directly over it so it melts.
  • Build your latte as usual: ice + ¼ cup milk + maple espresso.
  • For the cold foam: froth together Chobani’s Pumpkin Creamer with another teaspoon of maple butter using your frother.
  • Pour the maple pumpkin foam over your latte and enjoy the creamy, spiced fall flavors.

Optional: Sprinkle pumpkin pie spice on top for extra coziness.

Tips & Variations

  • Try oat milk or almond milk for dairy-free.
  • Switch up your creamer with seasonal flavors like Chobani Pumpkin.
  • For extra indulgence, top with caramel drizzle.
  • If you like it stronger, use a double shot of espresso.

Watermelon “Sorbet”

Ingredients

• 1/2 of a whole watermelon, cubed (remove any black seeds)

• pinch of flakey salt

• 1/2 fresh squeezed lemon

Instructions

Chop your watermelon into cubes and then place in freezer for 2-3 hours. Remove from freezer and let thaw, then transfer to a blender with lemon juice and salt. Blend until consistency is smooth.

Hard Boiled Egg Avocado Toast

A different twist on the always trendy avo’ toast!

Ingredients

1/2 avocado
2 pieces of sourdough bread
1 hard boiled egg (grated with a cheese grater)
1 1/2 tsp parmesan cheese
1 green onion (chopped)
Chili oil (you can buy this or make it yourself)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Start by toasting bread (with avocado oil or EVOO) in a skillet over medium heat. Once toasted, remove from heat. Spread on the 1/2 of avocado between both pieces of bread with salt and pepper. Add grated hard boiled egg, parm, and green onions. Drizzle on chili oil for an extra kick of heat!

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