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    Home » Recipes » Drinks

    Iced Vanilla Latte

    Published: Jun 19, 2019 · Updated: Apr 11, 2020 by Sapana Chandra, MS, CHC · 31 Comments

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    A glass of iced vanilla latte.

    Skip the line at the coffee shop and make your own iced vanilla latte in minutes for a fraction of the cost with this simple and quick 3-ingredient recipe. It's refreshing and delicious, ready to go or enjoy at home.

    A glass of iced milk with a shot of espresso being poured into it.

    While I usually prefer an iced matcha latte over coffee on most days, I recently started enjoying coffee this past year and have come to appreciate a refreshing beverage once in a while.

    Making coffee at home gives me the power to choose which beans I use and what other ingredients I add to my drink. That's why I'm so excited to share this easy-to-make and so-much-cheaper-than-a-coffee-shop iced vanilla latte with you today.

    Iced vanilla latte

    There's so much to love about this recipe:

    • Refreshing and delicious
    • Simple and so easy to make
    • It uses clean ingredients, no extra-sugary syrups
    • It's made with plant-based milk instead of dairy
    A glass of iced vanilla latte.

    Ingredients you'll need

    To get started, all you need are the following things:

    • Espresso: If you have an espresso machine, you're set. If you have an espresso machine and are still trying to learn how to use it, there are some great resources out there on how to pull the perfect shot.
    • Milk: While I normally use almond milk or coconut milk, regular dairy milk, cashew milk, oat milk, or any other plant-based milk works great.
    • Vanilla extract: This will give the beverage the smooth vanilla flavor without adding any sugary syrups.
    • Sweetener: I use maple syrup to sweeten my beverages or omit completely.
    • Ice cubes: A handful of ice cubes will turn your vanilla latte into a refreshing morning beverage for the warmer months (I use a silicone tray to make square ice cubes).

    How to make an iced vanilla latte

    1. Fill a glass with ice: If you're making it to-go, use an insulated tumbler. I love using this ice cube tray as it makes the cutest square cubes that are just the right size.

    2. Pour milk over ice: Add the vanilla extra and stir. If you're using sweetener, add it now. Many recipes just have you pour the shot of espresso first and then add the milk, but I love the swirly effect you get when you pour a shot of espresso into milk.

    3. Pour espresso: I prefer using organic, medium roast espresso beans. Keep your glass of milk nearby so you can pour the shot into the glass immediately.

    4. Mix and serve: I prefer drinking my latte with a glass straw.

    What do you do when you don't have an espresso machine?

    If you don't have an espresso machine, use brewed coffee instead. I prefer to use about ½ cup of double-strength brewed coffee and cool it down in the fridge before making the latte.

    Iced coffee vs iced vanilla latte vs iced Americano

    With so many coffee beverages, it can get a little confusing when trying to figure out the differences between some of the popular iced drinks. Here's a quick breakdown:

    • Coffee: brewed coffee, poured over ice
    • Americano: espresso mixed in water, poured over ice
    • Vanilla latte: espresso mixed with milk, poured over ice
    Pouring a shot of espresso into a glass of iced almond milk.

    More easy drink recipes

    • Dalgona Coffee
    • Iced Matcha Latte
    • Turmeric Latte
    • London Fog Latte
    • Matcha Bubble Tea

    I hope you love this refreshing recipe as much as I do. Sign up for email updates to receive more delicious recipes right in your inbox or check out my new cookbook Plant Power Bowls. You can also follow me on Instagram, Pinterest, or Facebook.

    Hand pouring espresso shot into a glass of iced almond milk to make an iced vanilla latte..

    Iced Vanilla Latte

    5 from 20 votes
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    Prep time: 5 minutes
    Total time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 47kcal
    Author: Sapana Chandra
    Make your own iced vanilla latte in minutes for a fraction of the cost with this simple and quick 3-ingredient recipe. It's refreshing and delicious, ready to go or enjoy at home.

    Ingredients

    • 1 shot espresso
    • 1 cup milk, such as almond milk or cashew milk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ice

    Instructions

    • Fill a glass with ice.
    • Pour milk over ice. Add the vanilla extra and stir. If you're using sweetener, add it now.
    • Pour a shot of espresso into the milk.
    • Using a straw or spoon, mix the iced vanilla latte. Serve and enjoy.

    Notes

    If you don't have an espresso machine, use brewed coffee instead. I prefer to use about ½ cup of double-strength brewed coffee and cool it down in the fridge before making the latte.
    Consider drinking your latte with a glass straw to help protect your teeth. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 47kcal, Carbohydrates: 2g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 3g, Sodium: 326mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Calcium: 300mg
    Course: Beverages
    Cuisine: American
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    About Sapana Chandra, MS, CHC

    Sapana Chandra is a certified health coach, author of Plant Power Bowls, and founder of Real +Vibrant. Here you’ll find simply delicious vegetarian recipes with step-by-step photo instructions – recipes you’ll be excited to enjoy and share with your loved ones.

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    Comments

    1. Traci says

      August 21, 2019 at 9:09 am

      This is my new favorite recipe for latte! Love the addition of vanilla....brilliant and delcious! Thanks for sharing 🙂5 stars

      Reply
      • Sapana Chandra says

        August 26, 2019 at 10:38 am

        So glad you love it, Traci!

        Reply
    2. Beth Neels says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:33 am

      I love that this is dairy free! I am intolerant so this was the perfect, refreshing drink!5 stars

      Reply
      • Sapana Chandra says

        August 26, 2019 at 10:38 am

        Thank you, Beth!

        Reply
    3. Jen says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:04 am

      Now I don't have to send my husband out every morning, haha. He's going to be so happy.5 stars

      Reply
      • Sapana Chandra says

        August 26, 2019 at 10:38 am

        He will be so delighted haha!

        Reply
    4. Iryna says

      August 20, 2019 at 8:46 am

      I love that there's no sugar and dairy. Such a refreshing drink for summer.5 stars

      Reply
      • Sapana Chandra says

        August 26, 2019 at 10:38 am

        Thank you, Iryna!

        Reply
    5. Liz says

      August 20, 2019 at 8:29 am

      It's SO hot here in Virginia right now, this coffee is the perfect way to cool off! Thank you for this recipe!5 stars

      Reply
      • Sapana Chandra says

        August 26, 2019 at 10:39 am

        It really is so refreshing! Glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    6. Pina says

      August 10, 2019 at 11:10 pm

      I'm definitely in need of this iced latte to cool me down this summer! Love that it's only 3 ingredients and so simple to make!5 stars

      Reply
      • Sapana Chandra says

        August 12, 2019 at 6:10 pm

        It's so easy to make! I hope you enjoy it.

        Reply
    7. Tayo says

      August 10, 2019 at 11:07 pm

      I am a big coffee lover and have just recently gotten into making my own iced coffee at home. I tried this and it came out perfectly and was so easy to make. Thank you!5 stars

      Reply
      • Sapana Chandra says

        August 12, 2019 at 6:11 pm

        That makes me so happy to hear, Tayo!

        Reply
        • Dthreez Nhuts says

          August 27, 2021 at 1:04 am

          Oh yeah, best recipe 100/1005 stars

          Reply
    8. Irina says

      August 10, 2019 at 9:47 pm

      Made it tonight. We really enjoyed iced vanilla latte, relaxing on the balcony. YUMMY!5 stars

      Reply
      • Sapana Chandra says

        August 12, 2019 at 6:11 pm

        So happy to hear, Irina!

        Reply
    9. Cindy Gordon says

      August 10, 2019 at 7:12 pm

      Am I allowed to say yes 100% to this recipe? YUMM! I am a huge fan of cashew milk, so that is what I used!5 stars

      Reply
      • Sapana Chandra says

        August 12, 2019 at 6:12 pm

        Cashew milk works perfectly in this latte!

        Reply
    10. Sylvie says

      August 10, 2019 at 6:00 pm

      Seing recipes like this makes you wonder why you would ever buy store-made lattes when it is so easy (and much more delicious) at home! Yum 🙂5 stars

      Reply
      • Sapana Chandra says

        August 12, 2019 at 6:12 pm

        Haha I felt the same way when I first started making them at home. So easy and so much cheaper too!

        Reply
    11. Krissy Allori says

      July 08, 2019 at 5:02 pm

      The cashew milk was a great tip! It's so good!5 stars

      Reply
      • Sapana Chandra says

        August 12, 2019 at 6:13 pm

        So glad to hear you enjoyed it, Krissy!

        Reply
    12. Suzy says

      July 08, 2019 at 4:42 pm

      This is going to save me so much money!! Hahah! This is one of my favorite drinks to order at the local coffee shop but now I can make it at home! Just perfect!5 stars

      Reply
      • Sapana Chandra says

        August 12, 2019 at 6:13 pm

        Yes!! So much cheaper to make it at home!

        Reply
    13. Jasmine says

      July 08, 2019 at 4:04 pm

      I've never made my own iced latte! Definitely a nice way to save a few dollars and use for something more important.

      Reply
      • Sapana Chandra says

        August 12, 2019 at 6:13 pm

        Absolutely! And you get to know exactly what's in your latte.

        Reply
    14. Taylor Kiser says

      July 08, 2019 at 3:52 pm

      This is so easy to make at home! So refreshing and tastes amazing!5 stars

      Reply
      • Sapana Chandra says

        August 12, 2019 at 6:14 pm

        So glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    15. Sharon says

      July 08, 2019 at 3:39 pm

      I love the idea of making iced vanilla lattes right at home and skipping the expensive coffee shop.5 stars

      Reply
      • Sapana Chandra says

        August 12, 2019 at 6:14 pm

        It's so much cheaper and you know exactly what's in your latte!

        Reply

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