Creamy Pistachio Iced Latte Recipe

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Rest Time 10 mins
Total Time 25 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 90  C
Servings: 1
Best Season: Summer
Description

This Creamy Pistachio Iced Latte is a smooth, nutty, café-style beverage made with real pistachios, chilled milk, and freshly brewed coffee. Lightly sweet, rich in flavor, and perfectly refreshing, this iced latte is ideal for warm days and makes a beautiful homemade alternative to coffeehouse drinks.

Ingredients
    For the Pistachio Cream Base
  • 1/4 cup unsalted pistachios (shelled, raw or lightly roasted)
  • 2 tbsp warm water
  • 1 tbsp honey or sugar syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tbsp fresh cream or thick milk
    • For the Latte
  • 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee or espresso (cooled)
  • 3/4 cup cold milk (whole milk recommended for creaminess)
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
  • Ice cubes as needed
    • Optional Garnish
  • Crushed pistachios
  • Light whipped cream
  • Dusting of finely ground pistachio
Instructions
    Prepare the Pistachio Paste
  1. 1
    Soak the pistachios in warm water for 10 minutes to soften them. Drain and blend with 2 tablespoons of warm water until completely smooth. The texture should be thick, creamy, and free of graininess.
    2. Sweeten the Pistachio Cream
  2. 2
    Add honey or sugar syrup and fresh cream to the pistachio paste. Blend again briefly until fully combined. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. Set aside.
    3. Brew and Cool the Coffee
  3. 3
    Prepare a strong coffee or espresso using your preferred method. Allow it to cool completely so it doesn’t melt the ice or dilute the drink too quickly.
    4. Assemble the Latte
  4. 4
    Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Pour in the pistachio cream base first, spreading it slightly along the glass for visual appeal.
    5. Add Milk and Coffee
  5. 5
    Slowly pour the cold milk over the ice, followed by the cooled coffee. Add vanilla extract if using.
    6. Stir and Finish
  6. 6
    Gently stir until the drink is evenly mixed, creating a creamy pistachio-colored latte. Garnish with crushed pistachios or a small swirl of whipped cream if desired.
Note

For a stronger nut flavor, lightly toast pistachios before blending.

Use plant-based milk like almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.

Store pistachio cream in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Adjust sweetness depending on whether you prefer café-style or lightly sweetened drinks.

Keywords: creamy iced latte, pistachio coffee, summer drink, homemade latte
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