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Vanilla Cold Brew

A refreshing and smooth cold brew coffee infused with vanilla, perfect for hot days.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Coffee Base
  • 1 cup coarse ground coffee Use high-quality coffee beans
  • 4 cups cold water Filtered water is recommended
Vanilla Syrup
  • 1 cup granulated sugar For sweetness
  • 1 cup water For making syrup
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Pure vanilla extract for best flavor
Serving
  • 1 cup ice For serving
  • 1 cup milk or cream Optional, for creaminess

Method
 

Prepare Cold Brew
  1. In a cold brew coffee maker, combine the coarse ground coffee and cold water. Stir gently to mix.
  2. Cover and let steep in the refrigerator for 12-24 hours.
  3. After steeping, strain the coffee through a fine mesh sieve or coffee filter to remove the grounds.
Make Vanilla Syrup
  1. In a saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let cool.
Serve
  1. Fill a glass with ice, pour in the cold brew coffee, and add vanilla syrup to taste.
  2. If desired, add milk or cream and stir well before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSugar: 30g

Notes

Adjust the sweetness of the cold brew by varying the amount of vanilla syrup added.

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