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Stovetop Vanilla Iced Coffee with Milk

A smooth and easy vanilla iced coffee made on the stovetop, combining strong brewed coffee, vanilla syrup, and chilled milk for a refreshing beverage.

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Stovetop Vanilla Iced Coffee with Milk
Prep time10 min
Cook time5 min
Rest / other10 min
Total time25 min
Servings11 serving
DifficultyEasy
What you’ll need

Ingredients

Check ingredients as you go.

  • coffee preparation
  • flavoring
  • serving
One step at a time

Let’s make it

  1. coffee preparation

    Bring 500 milliliters of filtered water to a near boil in a saucepan over medium heat.

  2. coffee preparation

    Remove from heat and add 30 grams of coarsely ground coffee to the hot water. Let it steep for about 4 minutes to extract a strong brew.

  3. coffee preparation

    After steeping, strain the coffee through a fine mesh sieve or coffee filter into a container to remove grounds. Let the coffee cool slightly.

  4. flavoring

    Stir 45 milliliters of vanilla syrup into the brewed coffee until well combined. Refrigerate for 10 minutes or until chilled if desired.

  5. serving

    Fill a tall glass with 6 pieces of ice cubes. Pour the vanilla coffee over the ice until about three-quarters full.

  6. serving

    Slowly add 180 milliliters of chilled whole milk to the glass. Stir gently to combine but maintain a layered aesthetic if desired.

  7. serving

    Serve immediately with a straw or spoon to mix further as you drink. Enjoy your smooth stovetop vanilla iced coffee!

A little kitchen wisdom

Tips & notes

Use freshly ground coffee for a richer flavor. Adjust vanilla syrup quantity to your taste preference. Brew stronger coffee if you prefer more intense flavor. Chill brewed coffee quickly by placing it in the fridge to keep it fresh and reduce bitterness.

Saving it for later

Store leftover brewed vanilla coffee in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Keep milk separate and add fresh when serving. Do not store iced coffee after adding ice to avoid dilution.

Reheating

This is a cold drink and not intended for reheating. Prepare fresh for the best flavor and experience.

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