Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Iced Coffee
Follow these simple steps to create a delicious, cool coffee drink in under a minute—you'll enjoy it for those hot afternoons or a quick caffeine fix!
Equipment
- Spoon for stirring
- Cup or Glass to mix and serve your iced coffee
- Measuring Spoon (optional but handy) to keep your coffee-to-water ratio on point
Ingredients
- Instant Coffee: 1-2 teaspoons, depending on your preferred strength.
- Hot Water: A small amount (1-2 tablespoons) to dissolve the coffee.
- Cold Water: About ¼ cup to cool the coffee after dissolving.
- Sweetener (Optional): Sugar, honey, or flavored syrup to adjust sweetness to taste.
- Milk or Creamer: Use dairy or plant-based options, around ½ to 1 cup, depending on preference.
- Ice Cubes: Fill your glass with ice to keep your coffee chilled and refreshing.
Instructions
- Dissolve Instant Coffee and Sweetener: Add 1-2 teaspoons of instant coffee to a splash of hot water (about 1-2 tablespoons) and stir thoroughly until completely dissolved. If you’re using a sweetener, mix it in now to ensure it blends smoothly with the coffee.
- Cool with Cold Water: Pour in ¼ cup of cold water to bring down the temperature of the coffee mixture. This quick cool-down step is key for an instantly refreshing drink.
- Add Milk or Creamer: Pour in your choice of milk or creamer, using between ½ and 1 cup, depending on your taste preference. This will give your coffee a creamy texture and taste, balancing the coffee’s intensity.
- Fill with Ice and Stir: Add ice cubes to your glass until it’s full. Stir gently to mix the ingredients, letting the ice cool everything down to perfection.
- Enjoy or Customize: Take a sip and adjust as needed—maybe a touch more sweetener or a dash of flavored syrup. If you’re feeling fancy, top it with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon for an extra treat. Enjoy your refreshing iced coffee in a flash!