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Summer is here, it’s iced coffee time! Saving you money and time, this oat milk iced coffee recipe can be whipped up at home in under 2 minutes.
At around £4 a cup for an oat milk iced coffee at Starbucks and Costa (or cold brew latte as it’s also known), it costs a pretty penny to have a takeaway iced coffee.
What’s that? This oat milk iced coffee can be made at home for under £1 a cup?! What a saving!
Use your favourite home-brewed espresso and creamy oat milk to make this vegan iced latte at home in under 2 minutes. A deliciously refreshing drink for a hot summer day (and you don’t need to leave the house to get it!).
Quick Links:
- The full recipe
- How to make Oat Milk Iced Coffee (an overview)
- Is oat milk good for iced coffee?
- Does oat milk curdle in iced coffee?
- The best oat milk brands for iced coffee
How Do You Make An Oat Milk Iced Coffee?
You’ll need:
- Espresso (you can use decaf if you like)
- Oat Milk (ideally barista-style*, we’ll come on to that)
- Ice
- Maple syrup (or agave, if you like your coffee sweetened)
- A tall iced coffee glass (something to make your at home coffee feel extra special!)
OAT MILK TIP: Pick a barista-style oat milk if it’s available in your local store. The acidity of coffee can cause some oat milks to split or curdle. Barista oat milks are specifically designed for use with coffee, and as such, they usually have stabilisers in them to prevent the milk from splitting.
If you’re interested, you can read more about this in our blog post ‘Why Does Oat Milk Separate in Coffee?”
OTHER NON-DAIRY MILKS: You can switch out the oat milk for almond milk or another dairy-free milk or plant-based milk alternative of your choice; soya milk is another great option for iced coffee.
OTHER ADDITIONS: A tiny dash of vanilla extract makes a wonderful addition if you enjoy a vanilla latte. You could use brown sugar syrup as a great alternative to maple syrup. Avoid using granulated white sugar where possible, as it doesn’t tend to dissolve properly in cold drinks.
Step-by-Step: How to make Iced Coffee with Oat Milk
It’s super simple to make this creamy iced oat milk latte.
Here’s an overview of how to make a quick iced oat milk latte at home (get the full recipe with measurements by clicking here):
- Brew your espresso using an espresso machine (or make some really strong coffee)
- Fill a tall glass or mason jar with ice cubes (like these iced coffee glasses)
- Add the maple syrup (if using) and the espresso
- Pour in the oat milk
- Stir to combine
That’s it! A delicious and refreshing vegan iced coffee oat milk latte, ready in under 2 minutes.
Get the full recipe by clicking here.
Is Oat Milk Good for Iced Coffee?
Yes! Oat milk is usually creamy and smooth with a neutral flavour, which makes it an excellent choice for iced coffee.
Some brands of oat milk are better than others though – check out the section ‘The Best Oat Milk for Iced Coffee’ for our recommendations.
Does Oat Milk Curdle in Iced Coffee?
Yes, some varieties of oat milk can curdle in iced coffee.
Coffee is naturally acidic, whereas oatmilk tends to have a more neutral PH. When the two are mixed, this difference in acidity can cause the proteins and liquid in the oat milk to separate, thus causing it to ‘curdle’.
The cold temperature of the ice can also shock the oat milk into curdling. Learn more in our blog post ‘Why Does Oat Milk Separate in Coffee‘.
To avoid this curdling, it’s important to pick a barista oat milk (i.e. one that’s been specially formulated for use in coffee) for use in your iced latte.
TIP: Find out The Best Oat Milk for Iced Coffee in the next section.
The Best Oat Milk for Iced Coffee
Pick a barista-style oat milk for the best results when making an iced coffee with oat milk at home. These are some of our favourites:
- Oatly Oat Drink Barista Edition: It’s rich and creamy with more ‘whole milk’ vibes whereas other oat milks may seem more like a ‘semi-skimmed’. It mixes well and has never separated on us when used in coffee; whether it’s iced coffee or a hot oat milk latte! You’ll may even see this one used in your local coffee shop.
- Califa Farms Oat Barista: This barista blend is smooth and creamy, and mixes well in both iced coffee and hot coffee.
- Minor Figures Barista Oat: This oat milk is a popular choice for iced coffee due to it’s creamy consistency and neutral flavour, which lets the coffee flavour shine through. It also mixes well with iced coffee.
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The Full Recipe:
How to Make Oat Milk Iced Coffee (in 2 Minutes!)
Ingredients
- 2 shots of espresso (60ml total)
- Ice
- 120 ml oat milk (preferably barista style*)
- 1-2 tsp maple syrup (optional)
Equipment
Instructions
- Brew the espresso.
- Fill a tall cup with ice and then, if you like your coffee to be sweetened, pour in 1-2 tsp of maple syrup.Ice, 1-2 tsp maple syrup
- Pour the espresso over the ice.2 shots of espresso
- Top up with approximately 120ml of oat milk and stir to combine. Enjoy with a reusable straw.120 ml oat milk
Notes
Nutrition
Tara
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