This creamy, luscious Cinnamon Roll Frozen Coffee is what would happen if a cinnamon roll and your morning iced coffee had a baby.
It has a nice mix of chilly, sweet, and spicy flavors.
I made this on a lark during a summer heat wave, and now I can’t stop making it.
You simply need a few things, a blender, and five minutes.
It’s good enough for a coffee shop, but you don’t have to wear real pants.
One big glass or two little cups
Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup of brewed coffee that has been cooled
- ½ cup of milk (any sort; I use whole milk)
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups of ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon of brown sugar (optional, if you want it sweeter)
- ½ teaspoon of cinnamon sugar to sprinkle on top
Tools
- Mixing tool
- Spoons for measuring
- Cup or glass
- Spoon
- Paper straw (optional)
Make your coffee the night before and put it in the fridge. You may even measure out the dry ingredients ahead of time and put them in a small jar to make mornings go faster.
Instructions
- Make your coffee and let it cool.
Make a cup of strong coffee and put it in the fridge to cool down. - Put the items in the blender
Put the cold coffee, milk, cinnamon, vanilla, ice cubes, and brown sugar in your blender.
- Mix until smooth
Blend on high for about 45 seconds, or until the mixture is smooth and icy, like a frozen latte. - Fill the glass
Put the blended coffee in a big glass or two small ones. - Add sugar and cinnamon
Put a little bit of cinnamon sugar on top of your drink.
Tips for Best Results
- Put your coffee in the fridge ahead of time so the ice doesn’t melt too quickly.
- For additional flavor, use strong coffee or cold brew.
- For a dessert-like twist, put some whipped cream on top.
- Don’t forget to sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top; it makes every sip taste better.
- Blend for longer than you expect, about 45 seconds, to get a smoother texture.
Variations & Alternatives
- Any sort of milk can do, such as almond, oat, soy, or even half & half for added creaminess.
- Sweetener: Use honey, maple syrup, or skip it if your coffee is already sweet.
- Instead of ordinary cinnamon, try pumpkin pie spice.
- If you want to avoid caffeine, drink decaf coffee.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using hot coffee: It will melt the ice and make everything wet.
- Not mixing it long enough: You want it to be smooth, not chunky.
- Not putting on the topping: The cinnamon sugar is small yet powerful.
- Too much ice: It makes it watery. Follow the amount that is given.
Storage & Serving Ideas
This drink tastes best when it’s fresh. If you have extra food, put it in a popsicle mold or ice cube tray and freeze it. You can mix the cubes again later to make a second batch.
Perfect Occasions
- Eating brunch with friends
- A pick-me-up for the summer afternoon
- With toast or muffins on a cold morning
- Dessert replacement on hot nights
Good Food Pairings
- A piece of banana bread
- Muffins with blueberries
- Granola and Greek yogurt
- Cinnamon toast (because why not?)
FAQ
- Is it possible to do it without a blender?
- You could shake it in a container over ice, but it will be more like iced coffee than frozen.
- Does this work with espresso?
- Yes, of course! Use 2 shots and then add water to make 1 cup.
- Can I do it ahead of time?
- You may get everything ready except for blending. Store the mix in the fridge and mix it up when you’re ready.
- Is it okay to drink flavored coffee?
- Yes! The coffee here tastes fantastic with vanilla or hazelnut.
Conclusion
This frozen drink is both comfortable and invigorating at the same time. It’s like putting on a blanket made of cinnamon and sugar, except it’s cold. I made this for the first time on a summer morning when I didn’t want to drink hot coffee. I always have cold coffee ready for this.
It tastes like a cinnamon bun in a cup.
Quick and simple to make
Tastes like a treat from a classy coffee shop
You can change it to make it stronger or sweeter.
The temperature difference and texture of this drink make it work. The ice turns into a slushy mix, and the milk and coffee mix together to make something smooth and creamy. Cinnamon adds a toasty flavor, and a little sugar brings out the caramel and vanilla notes in the coffee. Mixing the spices in with the ice makes sure that every sip has that flavor instead of just the top.
This frozen version is the best of both worlds if you like cinnamon buns and iced coffee. It’s so easy, quick, and tastes like a treat. But you prepared it yourself! Try it out and then come back and tell me how it went or if you have any questions. I appreciate hearing about the coffee experiments you do! ☕✨