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Close-up of a cold iced coffee drink with whipped topping, caramel drizzle, and ice cubes, achieving a Perfect Every Time Starbucks Drink look.

Starbucks Iced Caramel Macchiato Copycat

This recipe makes a cold version of the popular layered coffee drink. It uses simple ingredients to replicate the flavor profile of the Starbucks Iced Caramel Macchiato.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vanilla Syrup
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
For the Drink Assembly
  • 1 cup Milk (dairy or non-dairy) Whole milk works best for texture.
  • 2 shots Espresso Or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled.
  • 1 tsp Caramel sauce For drizzling inside the glass.
  • 2 tbsp Vanilla syrup Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Ice
  • 1 tbsp Caramel sauce For topping.

Equipment

  • Tall glass
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

  1. Make the vanilla syrup: Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let it cool.
  2. Prepare the glass: Drizzle about 1 teaspoon of caramel sauce around the inside walls of your tall glass. This helps create the layered look.
  3. Add the milk and syrup: Pour the milk into the glass over the ice. Add 2 tablespoons of the prepared vanilla syrup and stir gently to combine the milk and syrup.
  4. Add the espresso: Slowly pour the cooled espresso shots over the back of a spoon held just above the surface of the milk mixture. This allows the espresso to float on top of the milk layer.
  5. Finish the drink: Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of caramel sauce over the top layer of espresso. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 35gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 20mg

Notes

You can make a larger batch of the vanilla syrup and store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. If you prefer a sweeter drink, increase the vanilla syrup amount.

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