Description
This refreshing Iced Mexican Coffee recipe combines strong, bold coffee with milk, warm spices like cinnamon and cayenne pepper, and a touch of sweetness. Served over ice and topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, it offers a perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and creamy flavors for a delightful cold coffee experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Coffee Base
- 1 cup brewed coffee (strong and bold)
- 1/2 cup milk (any kind—dairy or plant-based)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar (or sweetener of choice)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of cayenne pepper (optional but highly recommended!)
Serving
- Ice cubes
- Whipped cream (optional but amazing)
- Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder (for extra flair)
Instructions
- Brew the Coffee: Prepare a strong cup of coffee using your preferred brewing method. For best flavor, use freshly ground coffee beans. Allow the coffee to cool to room temperature. To speed up chilling, transfer the hot coffee to the refrigerator until cool.
- Mix the Magic: In a mixing glass or large cup, combine the cooled coffee with milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and cayenne pepper if using. Stir thoroughly until the sugar and spices are completely dissolved and the mixture is uniform.
- Ice, Ice, Baby: Fill a tall glass with plenty of ice cubes. Pour the spiced coffee mixture over the ice, letting it chill instantly as it blends with the cold cubes.
- Top It Off: For a café-style finish, add a generous swirl of whipped cream on top of the iced coffee. Sprinkle chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder over the whipped cream for added flavor and an attractive presentation.
- Sip & Enjoy: Gently stir the coffee to integrate the whipped cream if desired. Enjoy the cool, sweet, and subtly spicy flavors in every refreshing sip!
Notes
- Use strong, freshly brewed coffee for the best flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness to your preference by varying the amount of brown sugar or sweetener.
- The pinch of cayenne pepper adds a warm, subtle kick but can be omitted if you prefer no spice.
- Any type of milk works well, including dairy, almond, oat, or soy milk.
- For a vegan version, choose a plant-based milk and skip the whipped cream or use a dairy-free alternative.
- Chilling the coffee before mixing helps prevent it from diluting too much when poured over ice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
