Chocolate Iced Coffee for Hot Days
Chocolate Iced Coffee for Hot Days is a cold, creamy coffee drink made with chilled coffee, milk, and rich cocoa. Smooth, lightly chocolatey, refreshing, and easy to make, this homemade iced coffee is better than the café version and perfect for summer.
Servings: 1
Equipment
- Coffee maker or kettle
- Measuring cups
- Small bowl or jar
- Spoon or whisk
- Tall glass
Ingredients
- ½ cup strong brewed coffee or cold brew, chilled
- ½ cup milk (whole, oat, almond, or coconut)
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder or chocolate syrup
- 1–2 tsp sugar, honey, or maple syrup | optional
- 1 cup ice cubes
Optional Add-Ins & Toppings
¼ | tsp | vanilla extract
whipped cream
chocolate drizzle
pinch of salt
Instructions
- Brew coffee slightly stronger than usual and chill completely before using.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk cocoa powder, sweetener, and a splash of milk until smooth.
- Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
- Pour chilled coffee over the ice.
- Add the chocolate mixture and remaining milk.
- Stir gently until smooth and evenly combined.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or milk if needed. Add optional toppings and serve immediately.
Notes
- Brew coffee stronger to prevent watery flavor
- Always chill coffee before adding ice
- Dissolve cocoa powder first to avoid clumps
- A pinch of salt enhances chocolate flavor
- Oat milk creates a café-style creamy texture
- Best enjoyed immediately for peak freshness