Spiced Vanilla Bean Iced Coffee Recipe

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

This Spiced Vanilla Bean Iced Coffee Recipe combines rich coffee flavor with warm spices and sweet vanilla for a refreshing beverage. Perfect for warm days, this iced coffee recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your taste.

Using simple ingredients, you can create a delicious iced coffee that stands out with its unique flavor profile. Enjoy it as a pick-me-up or a delightful afternoon treat.

Refreshing Spiced Vanilla Bean Iced Coffee

This iced coffee features brewed coffee infused with vanilla bean and spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, served over ice with milk or cream. The recipe takes about 10 minutes to prepare and serves 2 people.

Ingredients

2 cups brewed coffee, cooled
1 vanilla bean, split and scraped (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons sugar or sweetener of choice (adjust to taste)
1/2 cup milk or cream (adjust to preference)
Ice cubes
Whipped cream for topping (optional)
Cinnamon stick for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Brew Coffee: Prepare your coffee using your preferred method and allow it to cool to room temperature.
Infuse Flavors: In a pitcher, combine the cooled coffee, scraped vanilla bean, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and sugar. Stir well to dissolve the sugar and let it sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Prepare Glasses: Fill two glasses with ice cubes.
Mix and Serve: Pour the spiced coffee mixture over the ice, filling each glass halfway. Top with milk or cream to your liking and stir gently.
Garnish: If desired, add whipped cream and a cinnamon stick for garnish before serving.