Iced Cafe Au Lait
Cool off with the refreshing simplicity of an Iced Café au Lait, a creamy and satisfying coffee drink that’s perfect for warm days. This quick and easy recipe brings together the bold flavor of brewed coffee and the smooth richness of milk—whether it’s whole, skim, or plant-based—layered over a handful of ice for an irresistibly chill experience. Customize it to your taste with an optional hint of sweetness, and enjoy it in just five minutes. Whether you let the coffee and milk create a mesmerizing marbled effect or stir it up for a silky blend, this iced coffee classic is an effortless way to elevate your coffee routine. Ideal for coffee lovers seeking a lighter, dairy-forward alternative to iced lattes, the Iced Café au Lait is as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml brewed coffee
- 240 ml milk (whole, skim, or plant-based)
- 6 pieces ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon sugar or sweetener (optional)
Instructions
Brew 240 ml (1 cup) of coffee using your preferred brewing method. Allow it to cool to room temperature, or chill it in the refrigerator for faster cooling.
If desired, sweeten the coffee with 1 teaspoon of sugar or sweetener. Stir well to dissolve.
In a serving glass, add 6 ice cubes.
Pour the chilled coffee over the ice cubes, filling the glass about halfway.
Slowly pour 240 ml (1 cup) of milk into the glass, allowing it to mix naturally with the coffee. For a marbled effect, avoid stirring.
If you prefer a uniform drink, stir gently with a spoon to combine the coffee and milk.
Serve immediately with a straw or spoon for stirring. Enjoy your Iced Cafe Au Lait!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
171 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.2 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 126 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 309 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 489 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
