Iced Caramel Latte

5 from 3 votes

Skip the coffee shop line and make this creamy, sweet iced caramel latte at home in just 5 minutes. With espresso, milk of choice, and a quick homemade caramel syrup, this Starbucks copycat is cheaper, healthier, and just as delicious. I love to keep the syrup on hand in the fridge for quick lattes all week!

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Prep Time4

Cook Time4

Total Time8

Servings: serving

Author: Molly Thompson

INGREDIENTS

Caramel Simple Syrup (makes 6-8 servings)

1/2 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Iced Caramel Latte

1 cup milk of choice (whole milk, 2%, coconut milk, almond milk, oat milk etc.)
1 cup ice
1-2 shots of espresso (or ½ cup very strong coffee or cold brew)
1-3 tablespoons caramel syrup (from above or store-bought)
Optional: whipped cream dairy-free whipped cream and caramel

INSTRUCTIONS

If you're using an espresso machine, pull 1-2 shots of espresso and set aside to cool slightly.
1-2 shots of espresso
Combine the water and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir until dissolved, about 2 minutes.
1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup water
Cover and boil for 2- 3 minutes. Remove the lid and stir consistently until the mixture is a light amber color. Remove from heat immediately, then stir in the vanilla. If desired, add a pinch of salt for salted caramel syrup.
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pour 1-3 Tablespoons of caramel syrup into a liquid measuring cup, depending on your desired level of sweetness. Pour in the milk and stir or froth with a hand frother to combine.
1 cup milk of choice
Add ice cubes to a tall glass then pour the caramel syrup and milk mixture on top. Finish by pouring the espresso (or strong coffee) on top and stir to combine. Top with whipped cream and caramel sauce if desired.
1 cup ice

Notes

Sugar. We tested this with both granulated sugar and coconut sugar. The coconut sugar is darker and will yield a darker caramel sauce. View more coconut sugar substitutes for low-carb options, that may not caramelize as well.

Coffee Options. All of these are great options for a latte. Try any of these with decaf coffee if you prefer.

Espresso: use an espresso machine or grab a cheap one on Amazon you can use on the stovetop.
Cold brew coffee: swap the espresso for 1/2 cup of cold brew coffee.
Very strong coffee: brew the strongest coffee you can and use about 1/2 cup (more or less to taste).

*Nutrition information is for 2 Tablespoons of caramel syrup and whole milk.

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