By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 18, 2023
I’ve been on a mission to skip the line at Starbucks as often as possible, and learning how to make an iced caramel macchiato was my first step to freedom! This caramel macchiato recipe is sweet, creamy, caffeinated, and easy to make in just a few short minutes. And yes, I’ve already saved a ton of money!
Iced caramel macchiatos are my coffee shop weakness! I probably spend an ungodly amount on these babies every month, and that needed to change. It turns out that learning how to make an iced caramel macchiato was way easier than I thought. I love that I only need 4 ingredients and some ice to make this iced coffee drink!
What’s in This Iced Caramel Macchiato Recipe?
- Espresso: I prefer to make this iced macchiato with espresso for a real kick of flavor and caffeine, but strongly brewed coffee will work well too. In a real pinch, you can use instant coffee, but I find the flavor to not be quite as good.
- Vanilla Coffee Syrup: I made this coffee with sugar-free vanilla syrup, but other coffee syrups will work well. Hazelnut and chocolate both work great with this drink, so feel free to experiment!
- Milk: Choose your favorite type of milk! It can be any form of dairy or non-dairy .
- Caramel Sauce: For the very best results, consider making some homemade caramel sauce .
Tips for Success
- Because the coffee is mixed with cold ingredients (ice and milk) it doesn’t have to be super cold to use, but it shouldn’t be piping hot either. Once I’ve made the coffee, I like to just pop it in the fridge for 5 to 10 minutes to cool it down before using.
- I use Starbucks vanilla coffee syrup, but don’t worry if you don’t have any! To make a vanilla simple syrup :
- Combine ½ cup of granulated sugar, ½ cup of water, and 1 vanilla bean (split in half lengthwise) in a small saucepan set over medium heat.
- Bring to a boil and cook until the sugar has dissolved. Then, set it aside to cool for 30 minutes.
- Remove the vanilla bean and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
How to Store and Reheat
Here’s the deal – you’ll want to enjoy this homemade iced macchiato immediately! You can make the espresso shot ahead of time and keep it in the fridge for a few hours, but I don’t recommend assembling the drink until you’re ready to serve it.
Serving Suggestions
Good morning! Start your day off right with more of my favorite Starbucks copycat recipes like Starbucks copycat egg bites and cranberry bliss bars .
5-Star Review
“It turned out so good, thank you for sharing your recipe!” -Cassi
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- ▢ Ice enough to fill the glass
- ▢ ½ cup milk
- ▢ 2 shots espresso or strong brewed coffee
- ▢ 1 pump vanilla coffee syrup or 1 teaspoon of vanilla simple syrup
- ▢ 1 tablespoon caramel sauce
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Instructions
- Fill a glass with ice and top with milk.
- Add the espresso and vanilla syrup to a glass and mix to combine.
- Drizzle the top with caramel sauce and enjoy. Serve immediately.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make an Iced Caramel Macchiato Step by Step
Pour the Milk: Fill a glass with ice and top with ½ cup of milk.
Add the Coffee: Add 2 shots of espresso and 1 pump of vanilla syrup to a glass and mix to combine.
Top and Serve: Drizzle the top with 1 tablespoon of caramel sauce and enjoy. Serve immediately.
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How to Make an Iced Caramel Macchiato
Ingredients
- Ice enough to fill the glass
- ½ cup milk
- 2 shots espresso or strong brewed coffee
- 1 pump vanilla coffee syrup or 1 teaspoon of vanilla simple syrup
- 1 tablespoon caramel sauce
Instructions
- Fill a glass with ice and top with milk.
- Add the espresso and vanilla syrup to a glass and mix to combine.
- Drizzle the top with caramel sauce and enjoy. Serve immediately.
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Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
