Tall glass of creamy iced coffee with ice cubes and a smooth caramel-brown color, topped with condensation on the glass

Drinks

The Best Iced Coffee – With Only 3 Ingredients!

Name: The Best Iced Coffee – With Only 3 Ingredients!
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 4 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: North American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (120 ml) freshly brewed coffee (single serve k-cup works great); 1 tbsp (12g) granulated sugar, heaping; 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk, or to taste; ice cubes

Everyone is always amazed with this iced coffee. But it's only 3 simple ingredients and comes together in just 2 minutes!

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Prep

2 min

Cook

2 min

Total

4 min

Serves

Style

💰 Everyday

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Everyone is always amazed by this iced coffee. But it's only 3 simple ingredients and comes together in just 2 minutes!

Ingredients

Servings:

1/2 cup (120 ml) freshly brewed coffee (single serve k-cup works great)
1 tbsp (12g) granulated sugar, heaping
1/2 cup (120 ml) milk, or to taste
ice cubes

Instructions

1
Fill your glass with ice cubes.
2
Add sugar to hot coffee in a separate cup and stir to dissolve it. Stir in the milk. Pour the mixture into the prepared glass over the ice cubes. Enjoy!

FAQ

Can I make iced coffee the night before?+

Yes! Brew your coffee, stir in the sugar and milk, then refrigerate in a container overnight. Just pour over fresh ice when you're ready to drink—this actually prevents the ice from diluting your coffee as it sits.

What's the best way to sweeten iced coffee so the sugar dissolves?+

Add the sugar to your hot coffee while it's still brewing or immediately after, then stir well before adding milk and ice—the heat dissolves it completely, unlike trying to stir sugar into cold coffee.

Can I use any type of milk in this recipe?+

Absolutely! Dairy milk, almond, oat, or any plant-based milk works great; just note that heavier creams (like heavy whipping cream) will make it richer, while non-dairy options may separate slightly if you let it sit.

How do I prevent my iced coffee from getting watered down?+

Make your coffee stronger than usual (use more grounds) or brew it double-strength, and always add the sugar while the coffee is hot before chilling—this ensures you get full flavor even as the ice melts.