Description
A simple and refreshing recipe for homemade cold brew iced coffee that requires minimal ingredients and effort. Perfect for a smooth, mellow coffee experience with customizable creamer options.
Ingredients
Scale
Cold Brew Coffee
- 2/3 cup Ground Coffee
- 3 cups Water
To Serve
- Coffee Creamer, to taste
- Ice cubes, as needed
Instructions
- Add Ground Coffee: Pour 2/3 cup of ground coffee into a french press to begin the cold brew process.
- Combine with Water: Add 3 cups of cold water to the french press. Stir gently to combine coffee grounds and water evenly, then cover and allow it to steep at room temperature or in the refrigerator for at least 10 hours.
- Press the Coffee: After the steeping period, slowly depress the french press plunger to separate the coffee grounds from the brew.
- Serve Over Ice: Pour the freshly brewed cold brew coffee over a glass filled with ice cubes to chill the drink immediately.
- Add Creamer: Add coffee creamer to taste according to your preference, and stir gently.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately for a smooth, refreshing iced coffee experience.
Notes
- Use coarsely ground coffee for best results to avoid over-extraction and bitter flavors.
- Cold brew coffee can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Adjust steeping time based on desired strength; longer steeping yields stronger coffee.
- Creamer type can be dairy or plant-based, ensuring versatility for dietary preferences.
- Experiment with adding flavorings like vanilla, cinnamon, or sweeteners for variety.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 hours (steeping time)
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cold brew coffee, iced coffee, homemade coffee, french press coffee, easy cold brew, iced coffee recipe
