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Homemade Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee

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Homemade Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee is the perfect mixture of vanilla syrup, caramel sauce, strongly brewed coffee and some half-and-half to bring the coffeehouse into your own home. 

My go-to coffeehouse order is an iced coffee with a little creamer and a bit of caramel sauce. No matter the time of year or the weather outside, I love my iced coffee. Iced coffee also happens to be a better option for lower calories and lower sugar than many other menu items. I’m looking at you White Chocolate Mocha (which I also happen to love). This Homemade Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee is perfect to make at home to not only control what goes in your beverage but also saves you a ton of money. 

Homemade Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee

Homemade Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee is absolutely delicious with a strongly brewed coffee (hello motherhood, I am ready), a little caramel sauce for just the right amount of flavor, creamy half-and-half and vanilla syrup. Yes, you can use a sugar free vanilla syrup to cut back on sugar where possible and perhaps save it for a few bites of one of those sprinkled donuts pictured. HEY, you deserve a treat every once in awhile. 

Try this recipe for Banana Oat Muffins to pair with your Homemade Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee for a great start to any morning! 

What is the difference between iced coffee and cold brew? 

This recipe calls for iced coffee. You simply brew coffee grounds extra strong with hot water as normal and let it cool to room temperature. Make a pitcher for the week and store in the fridge.

Cold brew takes 12-24 hours to make because you actually soak the coffee grounds in cold water. You can absolutely use either technique but I like the iced coffee method a little better because who wants to wait on that brewing process? 


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Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee

Homemade Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee is the perfect mixture of vanilla syrup, caramel sauce, strongly brewed coffee and some half-and-half to bring the coffeehouse into your own home. 

Course drink
Keyword coffee
Prep Time 3 minutes
Brew Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 Drink
Author Amber

Ingredients

  • 1 cup coffee strong
  • 1 Tablespoons vanilla syrup
  • 1 Tablespoons caramel sauce
  • 1 Tablespoons half and half
  • ice

Instructions

  • Brew a cup of coffee extra strong. Let cool down.
  • Fill a 16 ounce cup full of ice.
  • Add 1 Tablespoon caramel sauce, 1 Tablespoon vanilla syrup and 1 Tablespoon half-and-half.
  • Fill cup with coffee.
  • Drink up.

Notes

Depending on your preference, you can double the amount of caramel sauce, vanilla syrup and half-and-half for a sweeter treat. 

What is your go-to order at the coffeehouse? Let me know in the comments below and maybe I can recreate the recipe for you soon! 

S’mores Ice Cream Sundae

S’mores Ice Cream Sundae

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S’mores Ice Cream Sundaes are made with Blue Bunny Ice Cream, crumbled graham crackers, toasted mini marshmallows, chocolate syrup and a dollop of Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping.

We are kicking off summer with fun sundaes created from inspiration of the most loved seasonal treats – ice cream and s’mores! The best parts of summer are hanging out with friends by the fire pit roasting marshmallows and having a good laugh or having a big scoop of cold ice cream on a crazy hot day after a family swim in the pool. Why can’t we just combine both? Well, we did and the combination of ice cream and s’mores is DELICIOUS!

S’mores Ice Cream Sundaes start with a trip to Walmart to pick up all the goodies. We chose Blue Bunny Ice Cream for the base of our sundaes in both Vanilla and Bunny Track flavors (why settle for one?) because the ice cream is just so delicious and lets you give in to a little fun. We all deserve a little fun! Don’t forget the Reddi-wip on top for instant gratification and an extra dollop of fun.

Walmart shopping list:

  • graham crackers
  • chocolate syrup
  • mini marshmallows
  • Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping
  • Blue Bunny Vanilla Ice Cream or Blue Bunny Bunny Tracks

Sweeten your summer with more amazing recipe inspiration by clicking HERE. 

S’mores Ice Cream Sundae

Let’s build some S’mores Ice Cream Sundaes! 

In a food processor, blend a few graham crackers until you have crumbles. Set the crumbles to the side and roast your mini marshmallows. Get creative and have fun when roasting your marshmallows! I put a few on a skewer and placed over a lit tealight until charred to my liking. Once the marshmallows are roasted, grab the Blue Bunny Ice Cream.

My family likes options so we made our S’mores Ice Cream Sundaes with two different flavors. Some of us picked Blue Bunny Vanilla and some of us wanted Blue Bunny Bunny Tracks for the extra flavor of caramel, peanut butter filled chocolate bunnies and chocolate covered peanuts. Scoop the Blue Bunny Ice Cream into bowl.

Time for the toppings! Drizzle some chocolate syrup, followed by a dollop of Reddi-wip Whipped Topping. Sprinkle with toasted marshmallows and those graham cracker crumbles. Add a graham cracker for garnish. Take time to enjoy every little bite!

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S’mores Ice Cream Sundaes are made with Blue Bunny Ice Cream, crumbled graham crackers, toasted mini marshmallows, chocolate syrup and a dollop of Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping.

  • 3 small scoops Blue Bunny Vanilla Ice Cream or Blue Bunny Bunny Tracks
  • 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
  • 2 tablespoons crushed graham crackers
  • 1 graham cracker for garnish
  • 6 mini marshmallows (toasted)
  • Dollop of Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping (may also use Reddi-wip Extra Creamy Whipped Topping)
  1. Place a few graham crackers into a food processor and blend until crushed.
  2. Toast the mini marshmallows. I did this by placing a few marshmallows onto the end of a skewer and placing over the fire until browned. Let the marshmallows cool for a minute before removing.
  3. Scoop the Blue Bunny Ice Cream into a bowl.
  4. Add chocolate syrup.
  5. Add a dollop of Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping.
  6. Top with the toasted marshmallows and some graham cracker crumbles.
  7. Garnish with a graham cracker.

How are you making this summer the best one yet? Let me know in the comments below and make sure it is extra delicious by clicking HERE for more fun recipes.

 

Making Time for Yourself Daily {+Mocha Latte Recipe}

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Making Time for Yourself Daily with help from International Delight® One Touch Latte™. I am super excited to be teaming up with International Delight® because I am a long time fan and this is the first frothing coffee creamer! This product has not even hit the shelves yet! Don’t worry though, Walmart will have it in the next couple weeks.

 

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I am a busy mom. I need caffeine in my life. Every single day.  I need caffeine or the moving, talking, cleaning, working, overall functioning does not get accomplished. More importantly than getting an energy boost, I need a moment to myself! Even if it just 10 minutes of lounging in the morning and sipping an amazing frothy latte in peace and quiet before the chaos of the day begins.

Life is hectic. Two kids, 2 dogs, a ferret, a husband and a to do list that is literally never ending. I am the family maid, chauffer, taxi, dog walker, accountant, chef, dry cleaner, dog groomer, decorator,  tutor, sitter and a dozen other occupations all rolled into one (also referred to as a mom). I frequently have to remind myself to take a moment for myself. I don’t need a weekend alone in the Bahamas or anything… well, that actually sounds pretty good now that I mention it.

No, I need just a moment of “me” time. A moment to sit in silence or do something I love without a one year old tugging on me and screaming “MAMA MAMA MAMA” while the dogs bark and my oldest telling me that his life is over because the internet has been down for 2 minutes. I just want to get dinner on the table in time for my husband without stepping on a Lego in the middle of the kitchen. Why does a lonesome Lego always end up in the middle of the kitchen anyway? Why does my foot always find it? Who knows. Maybe that’s just my life.

 

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I did a little research before starting this tutorial. Uh yeah, “research”, so I went to a few local coffee shops test some lattes so I could have a fresh perspective. Let me tell you, this is the honest truth when I say making it at home with the One Touch Latte™ out beat them all! Plus, each can will get you 7 lattes which is a steal! I’m going to save so much money and with only three simple steps, I’m already addicted!

Some ideas on how you make time for yourself everyday with help from International Delight One Touch Latte™ :

  • Make a latte at home and relax while reading a magazine or book.
  • Make a large latte and head out to get a pedicure at your favorite salon.
  • Put bubbles in the bath after the kids go to bed and make a chai tea vanilla latte to sip on while you soak.
  • Curl up in a comfy chair and check your social media accounts while drinking your morning latte.
  • Do some online shopping while drinking a latte and buy a little something for yourself. It’s okay, you deserve it!
  • Take a mini “vacation”. In my world this “vacation” would be going to Walmart to do some grocery shopping and browsing around with a latte in my face without any children hanging on me or husband throwing junk food in the cart. Oh yes, it’s so about the little things in life.
  • Sip a latte as you head to a yoga class.

 

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Let’s get started! Go to your local Walmart and pick up International Delight One Touch Latte™ in Mocha. Grab the caramel and vanilla flavors too while you are there because you will want them for later! Pick up some cocoa for your heart design.  Walmart literally has everything so super simple task here.

 

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My dear husband, Aaron, helped me out today to show you all how to make a Mocha Latte using International Delight One Touch Latte™.  How cute is he in the apron? Haha, I promised I would crop his face out and I kept my promise but he’s adorable. I’m getting distracted now. Back to the latte. So Aaron brewed a pot of coffee and filled a mug 2/3 full.

 

 

Next, shake the can of Mocha One Touch Latte™, remove cap and press into liquid. Hold for 5-7 seconds. If you hold the tip too far away from the liquid, it will end up more like a whip cream, which we do not want. In the above video, notice the liquid spray from the can is being pressed down into the coffee mixing your flavoring in and giving you that amazing latte froth.

 

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For the heart template, grab a piece of paper and scissors. Cut a small heart shape and done. Place the heart template on top of mug and sprinkle the cocoa powder. This is optional, of course. Just nice to add a little pizazz.

Have your loved one deliver to you in bed with a book. Maybe I am day dreaming again. Good luck on the delivering in bed deal but hey, it’s worth a shot.

 

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I have been drinking these lattes all week long.  Here are my 3 favorite ways to drink it up:

  1. Chai Tea Vanilla Latte. Fill mug with hot water 2/3 full. Add chai tea bag and let seep for 5 minutes. Add the Vanilla One Touch and sprinkle a little cinnamon. Hello warm bubble bath and Chai Tea Vanilla Latte. This latte smells incredible!
  2. Mocha Latte. As shown in the above tutorial.
  3. Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate Latte. My son was getting jealous of all my latte drinking so I came up with a drink for him. Plus, needed to show off my new found Barista skills. Pour hot water into a mug filling 2/3 full, mix in your favorite hot chocolate packet mixture, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt (sea salt goes a long way so just a pinch), and then add the Caramel One Touch.

 

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  • freshly brewed coffee
  • pinch cocoa powder
  • 1/3 mug full International Delight® One-Touch Latte™ in Mocha
  1. Brew some fresh coffee.
  2. Cut a small heart shape in a piece of paper to use later.
  3. Pour coffee into a mug filling 2/3 full. Leave room for your froth.
  4. Shake Mocha flavored One Touch Latte can.
  5. Squeeze tip of can into liquid for 5-7 seconds.
  6. Place your heart template over mug.
  7. Sprinkle a pinch of cocoa powder on top, remove heart template when finished.
  8. Enjoy your Mocha Latte!

 

How do you make time for yourself daily? If you don’t make time for you, how can you take 10 minutes for yourself starting today?

 

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