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Creamy Iced Caramel Macchiato Recipe Easy Homemade Starbucks Copycat

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A quick and easy homemade iced caramel macchiato that is creamy, refreshingly sweet, and better than most coffee shops. Perfect for a cool pick-me-up with simple ingredients and a luxurious café experience at home.

Ingredients

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  • 2 shots espresso or 2 fl oz strong brewed coffee or cold brew concentrate
  • 1 cup (240 ml) milk (whole milk for creaminess, or almond, oat, soy for dairy-free)
  • 2 tablespoons vanilla syrup (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 tablespoons caramel sauce (thick, buttery like Torani or homemade)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) ice cubes
  • Optional: whipped cream for topping
  • Optional: pinch of sea salt for salted caramel twist

Instructions

  1. Brew 2 shots of espresso (about 2 fl oz / 60 ml) or brew 1/3 cup (80 ml) of very strong coffee and let it cool slightly.
  2. Prepare vanilla syrup if making your own by combining equal parts sugar and water, adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract, simmering until sugar dissolves, then cooling. Otherwise, measure 2 tablespoons of store-bought vanilla syrup.
  3. Fill a tall glass with about 1 cup (240 ml) of ice cubes.
  4. Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of cold milk over the ice, leaving space on top for espresso and caramel drizzle.
  5. Slowly drizzle 2 tablespoons of caramel sauce around the inside edges of the glass to coat the ice and milk.
  6. Gently pour the warm espresso over the milk and ice to create a layered effect. Pour slowly to keep layers distinct.
  7. Optionally, top with a dollop of whipped cream, drizzle additional caramel sauce, and sprinkle a pinch of sea salt.
  8. Lightly stir before drinking to blend the creamy, sweet, and bold espresso flavors.

Notes

Use freshly brewed espresso or strong coffee concentrate for best flavor. Pour espresso slowly over milk and ice to maintain layers. Use thick caramel sauce for better coating. Adjust sweetness by varying vanilla syrup and caramel amounts. Oat milk is a great dairy-free option that froths well. Store leftover vanilla syrup and caramel sauce in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Prepare espresso and syrups ahead but assemble just before serving to avoid dilution.

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