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iced coffee

Learn how to make iced coffee at home with this easy and quick recipe using instant coffee. Perfect for a refreshing drink on warm days.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Beverages, Coffee, Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 40 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredient 1: Instant coffee – 2 tablespoons
  • Ingredient 2: Water – 1 cup
  • Ingredient 3: Ice cubes – 1 cup
  • Ingredient 4: Milk or non-dairy milk optional – 1/4 cup
  • Ingredient 5: Sweetener optional – Sugar, honey, or syrup to taste

Instructions
 

  • Brew the coffee by mixing instant coffee with hot water. Stir until dissolved.
  • Let the coffee cool in the fridge or on the counter for 5 minutes.
  • Fill a glass with ice cubes.
  • Pour the cooled coffee into the glass, leaving room for milk if desired.
  • Add your preferred milk (or leave it out for black coffee) and sweetener if desired. Stir well.
  • Serve chilled and enjoy your homemade iced coffee.

Notes

  • Adjust the sweetness based on your preference.
  • Use chilled coffee or freeze leftover coffee into ice cubes to avoid diluting the flavor.
  • Feel free to experiment with non-dairy milks for a lighter, vegan option.
Keyword cold coffee drinks, homemade iced coffee, iced coffee