can you mix ice cream and coffee

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.
can you mix ice cream and coffee

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can you mix ice cream and coffee

How To Make Coffee Milkshake

1. In a small bowl, add 1.5 tablespoons of instant coffee.

can you mix ice cream and coffee

2. Add ¼ cup warm or slightly hot water. Mix very well with a spoon.

can you mix ice cream and coffee

3. Now pour this mixture in a blender jar.

can you mix ice cream and coffee

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.

can you mix ice cream and coffee

5. Blend for a minute or till the coffee solution becomes frothy and the color lightens a bit.

can you mix ice cream and coffee

6. Now add 4 to 5 small ice cubes.

can you mix ice cream and coffee

7. Add 1 or 2 vanilla ice cream scoops.

can you mix ice cream and coffee

8. Pour in 2.5 cups chilled milk.

can you mix ice cream and coffee

9. Blend once more till everything is mixed well and you get a nice froth on top.

can you mix ice cream and coffee

10. Pour in glasses.

can you mix ice cream and coffee

11. Keep some space on top for the ice cream scoops.

can you mix ice cream and coffee

12. Now top each glass with 1 or 2 ice cream scoops.

can you mix ice cream and coffee

13. Your coffee shake with ice cream is ready to be served!

can you mix ice cream and coffee

14. Serve immediately and enjoy.

can you mix ice cream and coffee

  • 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?

Pour the melted ice cream into an empty ice cube tray and freeze until frozen solid, about 2 hours. Transfer the ice cream cubes to 2 tall glasses and pour 1/2 cup coffee into each. Serve immediately.

Can you add coffee to vanilla ice cream?

A truly irresistible coffee treat. The Italians have been doing this for years: a scoop of ice cream, drowned in espresso. They call this dessert ‘Affogato’. Others stir the ice cream through the coffee and call it an ‘ice coffee’.

Can I put a scoop of ice cream in my coffee?

Pour chilled coffee into tall glasses with enough room on top. Add a scoop of ice cream to each glass. Or more, it’s totally up to you. Finish with a drizzle of chocolate syrup.

Can I put ice cream in black coffee?

Sure. It’s done all the time. Personally, I don’t particularly like the taste, but have used vanilla ice cream when I was out of milk or sugar. It’ll do in a pinch, but you wind up with vanilla flavored 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!)

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