As this blog's resident java maven, I thought a frozen coffee drink would be the perfect menu offering for National Coffee Milkshake Day, not to mention the sweltering summer heat we're feeling this week.
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You may know this drink
by any of these names:
Frappuccino is the most common. (Starbucks trademarked this portmanteau of the words Frappé and Cappuccino after buying the Coffee Connection chain in New England, which had previously trademarked it.) Or maybe you know the drink as a...
Coolatta (the Dunkin' Donuts version) or...
Mochalatta (Cinnabon's version) or...
McCafe frozen coffee drink, which is listed on McDonald's menu simply as an...
Iced Vanilla Latte or
Iced Mocha (the chocolate version).
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The typical first step in a drink like this is to make "double-strength" coffee. The reason is to keep the coffee flavor from being diluted by the addition of ice. My solution? Don't use ice. Make ice out of your regular brewed coffee (or espresso if you prefer).
What I simply do is make a larger pot of my usual morning Joe and pour the leftover coffee into an empty ice cube tray. First step done. Easy! As for the next step, keep reading...and may you drink with frozen latte joy!
~ Cleo
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document that you can print,
Makes one 8-ounce serving
Ingredients:
1/3 cup brewed coffee or espresso (4 coffee ice cubes)
1/3 cup milk (low fat is fine)
2 teaspoons sugar (or more if you like your drinks sweeter)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder (makes a mochaccino)
Whipped cream (optional)
DIRECTIONS: Fill an ice cube tray with brewed coffee or espresso and freeze. (Allow the coffee to come to room temperature before filling the tray.)
Place four of your coffee ice cubes in a blender. Add milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and (optional) cocoa for a frozen mocha. Pulse the blender to chop the coffee cubes into fine particles.
You can create an icy drink with small chips (like a frozen margarita) or run the blender full speed until the mixture is completely liquefied yet still cold and frothy. To finish, pour this frosty refresher into a glass mug and top with whipped cream.
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1/3 cup milk (low fat is fine)
2 teaspoons sugar (or more if you like your drinks sweeter)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder (makes a mochaccino)
Whipped cream (optional)
DIRECTIONS: Fill an ice cube tray with brewed coffee or espresso and freeze. (Allow the coffee to come to room temperature before filling the tray.)
Place four of your coffee ice cubes in a blender. Add milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and (optional) cocoa for a frozen mocha. Pulse the blender to chop the coffee cubes into fine particles.
You can create an icy drink with small chips (like a frozen margarita) or run the blender full speed until the mixture is completely liquefied yet still cold and frothy. To finish, pour this frosty refresher into a glass mug and top with whipped cream.
One last piece of advice:
Watch your CAT if he starts
to eyeball your Copycat Frap!
Or this may happen to you...
My cat Nemo and (what was) my Frappuccino! Stay cool, everyone, and... |
Drink with joy!
~ Cleo Coyle
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Wow I had no idea you had that many books or that you were involved in two series. I love the recipe thank you
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Hi, Marilyn - Yes! Marc and I enjoy writing both series. Thank you for dropping by and we hope you're able to stay cool out there. We're in a heat wave here in New York and the frozen coffee drinks are coming in handy!
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Great recipe, Cleo. I Love coffee and Frappuccino so this is perfect. My cat, Traveler, would have to have his own whipped cream or he'd be like Nemo.
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Nemo likes it!
ReplyDeleteElaine - Nemo will live in our hearts forever. Love these photos and happy to know you enjoyed them.
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I'm not surprised that you have a cat who appreciates your culinary efforts!
ReplyDeleteIt looks delicious and cooling.
Libby - Always love seeing you in our Kitchen! We hope you are able to stay cool during these hot summer days. Marc and I are making good use of the ice cubes this week--and the coffee cubes. Thanks for stopping by and may you have a delicious week! xoxo
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I have to admit I've never had any kind of iced coffee. Maybe I'll chance it. I did make your blueberry blondies and they were scrumptious!
ReplyDeletePat D. – I love frozen latte drinks in the summer because they’re so satisfying and enjoyable and with far fewer calories than a typical milkshake made with ice cream (so they're guilt-free, too). You can adjust the sugar and flavorings to your taste—and definitely add that cocoa if you’re a fan of chocolate shakes.
DeleteLove hearing that you enjoyed the blueberry blondies, too, thank you so much for letting me know. Cheers and have a delicious week. Stay cool out there! Love...
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I love your newsletters and your recipes. Thank you for sharing the picture of your kitty. <3
ReplyDeleteRobyn K - Thank you! Marc and I enjoy writing, cooking, and sharing our little joys with you. We sincerely appreciate your taking the time to let us know you like what we're doing. Cheers, stay cool, and have a delicious week! xoxo
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I love the name, Chilly Cleoccino! And I love frozen coffee drinks. Problem is, I never make coffee at home (don't even have the equipment or coffee beans to do so!). But I did see some Starbucks Cold Brew pouches at the B&N Cafe today... I may have to grab a box of those (I love the SBux Cold Brew, especially with their Sweet Vanilla Cream... just sweet enough!)
ReplyDeleteI don't know where you find the time for all of your projects! I will be trying this drink out on Friday. Clear liquids today for test tomorrow. Glad I have Hugh's coffee to get me through today LOL. It's been so hot here in the Chicago area everything needs ice.
ReplyDeleteMy husband was so excited for this recipe. We can't wait to try it.
ReplyDeleteCleo, love this recipe. I would never have thought about freezing the coffee. Great idea!! ~ Daryl
ReplyDeleteAmanda, Toni, Brittany, and Daryl - Thanks to all of you for dropping by and taking the time to comment. Marc and I appreciate it!
ReplyDeleteAs most of you know, it's a great week for a frozen coffee drink. Marc and I are sweating it out here in New York City and making good use of those coffee ice cubes as we finish our next Coffeehouse Mystery - DEAD COLD BREW (more to come soon on the new book). Until then...
May you drink with joy and stay cool, everyone!
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