If you’re looking for a treat that is cold, creamy, and caffeinated, look no further! My easy recipe for a Coffee Milkshake is the perfect summer beverage, made by blending cold coffee with ice cream. This deliciously slurp-able drink takes just 5 ingredients and 5 minutes to make, and it easily rivals anything you’d find at Starbucks — for a fraction of the price!
When it comes to the hot and sticky Indian summers, there are plenty of cold treats that we turn to in order to cool off: Falooda, Watermelon Juice, Mango Shake, Lassi, and Banana Shakes are among my favorites. But what all these tasty treats are missing is the sweet, sweet buzz of eye-opening caffeine.
While I’m generally more of a Tea drinker, there are times when only coffee will do the trick. Between my recent trip to Dubai and moving to a new house, this is one of those times!
Luckily, this simple coffee milkshake recipe is easy to make and combines both caffeine and dessert into one portable cup. I start with my Cold Coffee recipe made with instant coffee, then add both ice and ice cream to amp up the frosty café-style frappé vibes.
This coffee shake recipe does not require a coffee maker but does require a blender to get the creamy, thick consistency you’d expect from a Frappuccino. I also make it extra dessert-y by adding an extra scoop of ice cream on top, like a coffee float.
An affogato is considered to be a drink to some, and a dessert to others. However you decide to classify the treat, it’s one of the best things to happen to coffee. It consists of a few scoops of vanilla ice cream and a shot of hot espresso.
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How To Make Coffee Milkshake
1. In a small bowl, add 1.5 tablespoons of instant coffee.
2. Add ¼ cup warm or slightly hot water. Mix very well with a spoon.
3. Now pour this mixture in a blender jar.
4. Add 4 tablespoons of sugar, or per your taste. If you prefer to cut back on dishes, add the coffee, warm water and sugar directly to the blender jar.
5. Blend for a minute or till the coffee solution becomes frothy and the color lightens a bit.
6. Now add 4 to 5 small ice cubes.
7. Add 1 or 2 vanilla ice cream scoops.
8. Pour in 2.5 cups chilled milk.
9. Blend once more till everything is mixed well and you get a nice froth on top.
10. Pour in glasses.
11. Keep some space on top for the ice cream scoops.
12. Now top each glass with 1 or 2 ice cream scoops.
13. Your coffee shake with ice cream is ready to be served!
14. Serve immediately and enjoy.
- Make it dairy-free. Opt for a plant-based milk and ice cream substitute.
- Make it decaf. Use decaffeinated instant coffee, brew coffee, or espresso.
- Add more flavor. Use any flavored syrups (e.g. chocolate, caramel, almond, or hazelnut) to flavor your frozen coffee shake.
- Add protein. Add a bit of heft to your Frappuccino by adding a scoop of your preferred protein powder or a chunk of silken tofu.
Absolutely! Simply opt for a decaf version of instant coffee or filter coffee, or use a roasted chicory beverage instead.
Yes! Just swap in your favorite vegan ice cream and milk substitutes.
While I’m not one to demonize treats, due to the relatively high sugar content in this coffee milkshake, I suggest drinking them in moderation. Please be sure to consult with a professional nutrition expert before making any decisions about your diet.
Coffee and Ice Cream: The Perfect Pair
FAQ
Can you put melted ice cream in coffee?
Can you add coffee to vanilla ice cream?
Can I put a scoop of ice cream in my coffee?
Can I put ice cream in black coffee?
Can you put coffee over ice cream?
Before pouring coffee over ice cream, top ice cream with GOYA® Dulce de Leche or chocolate sauce to add sweetness and flavor. Turn your classic cup of coffee into an indulgent ice cream treat – in just seconds! Simply pour bold-tasting Café GOYA® over a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Can one drink milk and coffee?
You can drink coffee with milk, as long as you are lactose tolerant and digest milk well. Coffee, due to its caffeine, can sequester some nutrients from milk, such as calcium.
How do you make ice cream with coffee?
¡Delicioso! Put one scoop of ice cream into a small glass or bowl, and pour ½ cup hot coffee over it. Serve immediately, stirring the ice cream into the hot coffee, so that it melts slightly. Before pouring coffee over ice cream, top ice cream with GOYA® Dulce de Leche or chocolate sauce to add sweetness and flavor.
Can you add instant coffee to homemade ice cream?
That’s right — I’m here to tell you that instant coffee is the best thing you can possibly add to homemade ice cream. Instant coffee, for those who are unfamiliar, is regular liquid coffee that has been turned into a powder. (It’s science!)