Creamy Vanilla Cinnamon Iced Coffee
This recipe mimics your favorite high-end coffee shop drinks using simple, wholesome ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen.
Ingredients
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1.5 cups strong coffee, chilled (cold brew or leftover drip coffee works great)
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1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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3–4 drops liquid monk fruit extract (adjust to your preferred sweetness)
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1 dash cinnamon
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1 cup ice
Instructions
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Combine the Flavors: In a large glass or tumbler, pour in the chilled coffee and the heavy whipping cream.
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Season: Add the vanilla extract, monk fruit drops, and the dash of cinnamon.
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Mix: Stir well until the cinnamon is incorporated and the cream is fully blended with the coffee.
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Tip: If the cinnamon clumps, you can whisk the cream and cinnamon together first before adding them to the coffee.
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Chill: Fill the glass to the top with ice. Give it one final quick stir to chill the drink through.
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Optional “Bulletproof” Version: If you want a more satiating morning drink, you can blend in a teaspoon of MCT oil or coconut oil before adding the ice.
Why This Works
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The Cream: Heavy whipping cream gives it a velvety mouthfeel that lower-fat milks can’t match.
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The Spice: Cinnamon doesn’t just add flavor; it provides a natural “warmth” that complements the bitterness of strong coffee.
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The Sweetener: Monk fruit provides a clean sweetness without the aftertaste often associated with other alternatives.