Best 10 Cold Brew Coffee Recipes

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Cold brew coffee is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy your favorite morning beverage. It's smooth, flavorful, and less acidic than traditional hot brewed coffee. Cold brew coffee is also easy to make at home, and it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. In this article, we'll share our favorite recipe for cold brew coffee, as well as some tips for making the perfect cup. We'll also discuss the different types of coffee beans that are best suited for cold brewing, and how to choose the right grind size. So grab your French press or cold brew maker, and let's get started!

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

COLD-BREW COFFEE



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Cold brewing reduces the acidity of coffee, which enhances its natural sweetness and complex flavors. Even those who take hot coffee with sugar and cream might find themselves sipping cold brew plain. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup coarsely ground medium-roast coffee
1 cup hot water (205°)
6 to 7 cups cold water
Optional: 2% milk or half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • Place the coffee grounds in a clean glass container. Pour hot water over the grounds; let stand 10 minutes. Stir in cold water. Cover and refrigerate for 12-24 hours. (The longer the coffee sits, the stronger the flavor.), Strain the coffee through a fine mesh sieve; discard grounds. Strain the coffee again through a coffee filter; discard grounds. Serve over ice, with milk or cream if desired. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

COLD BREW COFFEE ICE CREAM



Cold Brew Coffee Ice Cream image

Coffee ice cream is my favorite flavor, and I wanted to see if I could use the cold brew technique to get pure coffee flavor in the base. I think it worked very well. I added chunks of ganache and cacao nibs after churning the ice cream. You can try any add-ins you like!

Provided by LauraF

Categories     Desserts     Frozen Dessert Recipes     100+ Ice Cream Recipes

Time 18h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups heavy cream, divided
¾ cup coffee beans, coarsely ground
1 cup milk
½ cup superfine sugar
3 tablespoons nonfat dry milk powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons milk
2 teaspoons tapioca starch
2 tablespoons coffee-flavored liqueur (such as Kahlua®)

Steps:

  • Combine 1 cup cream and coffee in a container. Stir to combine; seal and let steep in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Remove the cream mixture from the refrigerator. Line a fine-mesh sieve with cheesecloth and place over a medium saucepan. Strain the mixture, squeezing the cheesecloth to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the cheesecloth and its contents.
  • Add remaining cream and 1 cup milk to the saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat. Stir in sugar, milk powder, and vanilla extract. Simmer until well combined, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Whisk 2 tablespoons milk with tapioca starch. Stir into the hot ice cream base. Stir in coffee liqueur.
  • Cool ice cream base to room temperature, at least 20 minutes. Refrigerate, 4 hours to overnight.
  • Churn ice cream base in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions, about 20 minutes. Pack into a freezer-safe container. Freeze until firm, at least 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.6 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 84.8 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 56.4 mg, Sugar 17.2 g

COLD BREW ICED COFFEE



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Delicious iced coffee. The cold brew method guarantees a drink that's refreshing without being bitter.

Provided by rpitingolo

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Drinks

Time 12h5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 3

10 tablespoons coarsely ground coffee beans
32 fluid ounces cold water
ice cubes

Steps:

  • Place the coffee grounds into the bottom of a 34-ounce or larger French press.
  • Pour cold water over coffee grounds. Stir with a wooden spoon or chopstick until incorporated, 10 to 15 seconds.
  • Place the French press in the refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours.
  • Press down on the French press to separate water from coffee grounds. Divide coffee among 2 glasses; top with ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 14.9 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 36.6 mg

TOASTED COCONUT COLD-BREW ICED COFFEE



Toasted Coconut Cold-Brew Iced Coffee image

This refreshing drink gets infused with rich coconut flavor in two ways: a nutty, toasted coconut syrup and a creamy coconut milk floater.

Provided by Kat Boytsova

Categories     Drinks     Coffee     Summer     Coconut     Non-Alcoholic

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 7

For the toasted coconut syrup:
3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons honey
For the drink:
6 ounces cold brew
Coconut milk (for serving)

Steps:

  • Make the toasted coconut syrup:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread coconut on a rimmed baking sheet and toast until golden brown and fragrant, about 10 minutes.
  • Bring toasted coconut, sugar, honey, and 1/2 cup water to a low boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat, cover, and let steep at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
  • Strain syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a small bowl or resealable glass container, pushing down on solids to extract as much syrup as possible. You should have about 1/3 cup.
  • Make the drink:
  • Fill a glass with ice and add cold brew. Stir in desired amount of syrup (about 2 Tbsp.) Top with a splash of coconut milk.
  • Do Ahead
  • Toasted coconut syrup can be made 7 days ahead; store in an airtight container and chill.

COCONUT COLD BREW COFFEE



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Mixing toasted coconut into your coffee grounds before brewing creates a pleasant coconut flavor without any added syrups. If you're in the habit of buying an iced coffee from a shop every day, this economical homemade version will reduce your plastic use and save you time.

Provided by Kat Boytsova

Categories     Bon Appétit     Drink     Drinks     Coffee     Non-Alcoholic     Coconut     Brunch     Quick and Healthy     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free

Yield Makes 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

16 oz. coffee beans (about 4 cups), coarsely ground
1 1/2 cups toasted unsweetened shredded coconut
3 cups milk (cow's, oat, or nut) or water
2 Tbsp. (or more) pure maple syrup

Steps:

  • Place coffee and coconut in large bowl, jar, or pot. Slowly pour in 8 cups cool water and stir very gently until grounds are just moistened. Cover and chill 24 hours.
  • Strain coffee grounds through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring glass or bowl. Discard grinds. Line sieve with a coffee filter and add as much coffee as will fit. Strain gradually into a 1-qt. airtight container or jar, adding more coffee as space is available until all the coffee has been added. Allow grounds to sit in strainer and continue to drip 20 minutes.
  • To serve, pour 1/2 cup coffee into an ice-filled glass; add ½ cup milk and 1 tsp. maple syrup and stir to combine.
  • Do Ahead
  • Cold brew (without milk and maple syrup) can be made 2 weeks ahead. Keep chilled.

DIY COLD-BREW COFFEE



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Yield Makes 1 1/2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 pound light roast coffee beans (preferably African), ground for French press or coarser
Milk, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine 1/2 pound coffee grounds with 6 cups cold water in a large pitcher or glass jar. Let stand 5 minutes.
  • Add remaining coffee grounds and 3 cups cold water, making sure all the grounds are wet. Cover, and let steep, at room temperature for 12 hours or in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
  • Pass mixture through a fine sieve set over a medium bowl; discard coffee grounds. Line sieve with a standard coffee filter and pass mixture through again; discarding any remaining sediment. Pour coffee concentrate into an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
  • To serve, dilute concentrate with an equal proportion of water or milk.

CINNAMON TOAST CRUNCH® COLD BREW COFFEE



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Sweeten your iced coffee with a favorite morning flavor: milk infused with Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal. Top it with whipped cream, caramel drizzle and a sprinkling of cereal. Talk about a Pick Me Up.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup coffee beans
3 cups cold water
3 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch™ cereal
3 cups whole milk
Ice
Whipped cream, if desired
2 tablespoons caramel sauce
Additional cereal, if desired, crushed

Steps:

  • Grind coffee into medium-fine grounds. Place coffee in large glass container. Stir in cold water. Cover and refrigerate 24 hours. Strain coffee through fine mesh strainer. Strain again through coffee filter; discard grounds.
  • Heat oven to 300°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil. Spread 3 cups cereal in pan. Bake 10 minutes; stir. Bake 5 minutes longer or until toasted. Cool 10 minutes. Add toasted cereal to large bowl. Add milk; stir. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Strain milk mixture through strainer; discard solids.
  • In 2-quart glass pitcher, stir together cold coffee and milk mixture. To serve, pour into glasses filled with ice; top with whipped cream, caramel sauce and crushed cereal.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

COLD-BREW ICED COFFEE CONCENTRATE



Cold-Brew Iced Coffee Concentrate image

Provided by Rachel Sanders

Categories     Coffee     Non-Alcoholic     Summer     Bon Appétit     Drink

Yield Makes 5 cups concentrate

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 ounces coarsely ground fresh coffee beans
Milk (optional)
Special equipment:
Cheesecloth

Steps:

  • Place ground coffee in a large container. Gradually add 7 cups cold water. Stir gently to be sure all grounds are moistened. Cover with a layer of cheesecloth. Let stand at room temperature for 15 hours.
  • Remove cheesecloth and use it to line a fine-mesh sieve set over a large pitcher. Pour coffee through sieve into pitcher (do not stir); rinse jar and set aside. Discard cheesecloth with solids.
  • Line same sieve with a large coffee filter and set over reserved jar. Strain coffee through sieve into jar. (It may take up to 45 minutes for all of the coffee to drip through; do not stir or coffee may become cloudy.) Cover and chill. DO AHEAD: Coffee concentrate can be made 2 weeks ahead. Keep chilled.
  • Fill a glass with ice. Dilute 1 part coffee concentrate with 1 part milk, if desired, or water.

VEGAN PUMPKIN CREAM COLD BREW COFFEE



Vegan Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew Coffee image

Fall served up cold. A chilled coconut-milk-based pumpkin cream tops icy cold brew for the perfect bridge between summer and fall. Give yourself lead time with this one: The cream floats best when it's refrigerated first.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 2h5m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 14-ounce can lite coconut milk (I prefer Thai Kitchen brand for this one)
3 tablespoons pumpkin puree
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Pinch sea salt
Cold brew coffee
Ice
Pumpkin cream
Pinch pumpkin spice mix for garnish

Steps:

  • Fill your glass 3/4 of the way full of ice.
  • Pour coffee in about 2/3 full.
  • Give your pumpkin cream a good shake (it may have separated a bit while chilling). Spoon pumpkin cream over the top until glass is filled.
  • Sprinkle a bit of pumpkin spice mix over the top and serve.

COLD-BREW ICED COFFEE CONCENTRATE



COLD-BREW ICED COFFEE CONCENTRATE image

Categories     Coffee     Breakfast     Brunch     No-Cook     Drink

Yield 5 Cups Concentrate

Number Of Ingredients 2

12 ounces Fresh coffee beans, coarsely ground
7 cups Filtered cold water

Steps:

  • 1. Place ground coffee in a large glass container. 2. Gradually add 7 cups cold water, stirring gently to be sure all grounds are moistened. 3. Cover and let stand at room temperature for 12 - 15 hours. 4. Strain coffee though a fine-mesh sieve set over a large glass container (do not stir). 5. Strain coffee a second time using a coffee filter lined sieve and set over glass storage jar. (It may take up to 45 minutes for all of the coffee to drip through; do not stir or coffee may become cloudy.) 6. Cover and store chilled for up to 2 weeks. 7. To serve: ICED: Fill a glass with ice. Dilute 1 part coffee concentrate with 1 part milk or water. CAFE LATTE: Dilute 1 part coffee concentrate with 1 part milk. Heat in microwave.

Tips:

  • Choose the right coffee beans: Use high-quality, coarsely ground coffee beans specifically designed for cold brewing. A medium-coarse grind size is ideal, as it allows for better extraction of flavors while minimizing bitterness.
  • Use filtered or spring water: The quality of your water can significantly impact the taste of your cold brew. Opt for filtered or spring water, which is free of chlorine and other impurities that can affect the flavor.
  • Maintain the correct coffee-to-water ratio: The general rule is to use a ratio of 1:4 coffee to water. However, you can adjust this ratio based on your personal preference. A stronger ratio will produce a more concentrated cold brew, while a weaker ratio will yield a lighter and less intense brew.
  • Steep for an extended period: Cold brewing requires a longer steeping time compared to traditional hot brewing methods. Allow the coffee grounds to steep in water for at least 12 hours, or up to 24 hours, depending on your desired strength and flavor profile.
  • Use a suitable brewing container: You can use a variety of containers for cold brewing, such as a French press, a large mason jar, or a dedicated cold brew maker. Make sure the container is airtight to prevent oxidation and the loss of flavor.
  • Filter and refrigerate: Once the steeping process is complete, filter the cold brew concentrate using a cheesecloth or a fine-mesh strainer. Transfer the filtered coffee to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to two weeks.

Conclusion:

Cold brewing is a versatile and rewarding method for crafting delicious and refreshing coffee. By following these tips and experimenting with different brewing parameters, you can create a cold brew that perfectly suits your taste preferences. Whether you enjoy it black, with milk, or as a base for other coffee drinks, cold brew offers a unique and flavorful experience that is perfect for any occasion. So, embrace the slow and steady approach of cold brewing and let the rich, smooth flavors of cold brew elevate your coffee experience to new heights.

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