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5 Delicious Coffee Drinks You Can Whip Up at Home

These five easy coffee recipes—ranging from cozy lattes to refreshing iced drinks—let you enjoy café-quality coffee at home with simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Beverages, Drinks
Cuisine: Café-Style
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Classic Vanilla Latte
  • 1 shot 1 oz of espresso (or ½ cup strong brewed coffee)
  • 1 cup milk whole, oat, or almond milk work great
  • 1 –2 tsp vanilla syrup or ½ tsp vanilla extract + 1 tsp sugar
  • Whipped cream optional, for topping
Iced Caramel Macchiato
  • 1 shot 1 oz of espresso (or ½ cup strong brewed coffee, chilled)
  • 1 cup milk any type
  • 1 –2 tbsp caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tsp vanilla syrup or ½ tsp vanilla extract + 1 tsp sugar
  • Ice cubes
Mocha Frappé
  • 1 cup brewed coffee chilled
  • ½ cup milk any type
  • 2 tbsp chocolate syrup or 1 tbsp cocoa powder + 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • Whipped cream optional, for topping
  • Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish
Cinnamon Spiced Coffee
  • 1 cup brewed coffee hot
  • ½ cup milk any type
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of nutmeg optional
  • Whipped cream optional, for topping
Coconut Iced Coffee
  • 1 cup brewed coffee chilled
  • ½ cup coconut milk canned or carton
  • 1 –2 tsp simple syrup or sugar, to taste
  • Ice cubes
  • Toasted coconut flakes optional, for garnish

Method
 

Classic Vanilla Latte
  1. Brew a shot of espresso or strong coffee using a coffee maker or stovetop moka pot.
  2. Heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium heat or in a microwave until steaming (but not boiling). Froth the milk using a handheld milk frother or by shaking it vigorously in a sealed jar.
  3. Add vanilla syrup (or vanilla extract and sugar) to a mug, then pour in the espresso and stir.
  4. Slowly pour the frothed milk over the espresso, spooning the foam on top.
  5. Top with whipped cream for an extra indulgent touch, if desired.
Iced Caramel Macchiato
  1. Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
  2. Pour the milk into the glass, followed by the vanilla syrup, and stir gently.
  3. Brew your espresso or chill your strong coffee, then slowly pour it over the milk to create a layered effect.
  4. Drizzle caramel sauce over the top.
  5. Stir before drinking to blend the flavors.
Mocha Frappé
  1. Add the chilled coffee, milk, chocolate syrup, and ice cubes to a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth and frothy, about 30–45 seconds.
  3. Pour into a chilled glass.
  4. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings or cocoa powder, if desired.
Cinnamon Spiced Coffee
  1. Brew a cup of coffee using your preferred method.
  2. Heat the milk in a saucepan or microwave until steaming, then froth it using a frother or by shaking in a jar.
  3. Stir the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using) into the hot coffee.
  4. Pour the frothed milk into the coffee, spooning the foam on top.
  5. Top with whipped cream and a dusting of cinnamon for a cozy finish.
Coconut Iced Coffee
  1. Brew your coffee and let it cool to room temperature, then chill in the fridge for 10–15 minutes.
  2. Fill a glass with ice cubes and pour the chilled coffee over the ice.
  3. Add the coconut milk and simple syrup, then stir well.
  4. Garnish with toasted coconut flakes for a fun, tropical vibe.