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    Whisk Affair » Recipes » Indian Beverages » Starbucks Copycat Iced Caramel Macchiato

    Published: Aug 10, 2021 | Last Updated On: Aug 11, 2021 by Neha Mathur

    Starbucks Copycat Iced Caramel Macchiato

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    This rich creamy Starbucks copycat Iced Caramel Macchiato is a breeze to make at home. Just 4 ingredients and this coffee drink get ready in under 10 minutes (gluten-free, can be made vegan).

    If you are a coffee lover just like me, here are some more of my favorites – Caramel Latte, Vietnamese Coffee, Dalgona Coffee, Nutella Coffee, Beaten Coffee, and Filter Coffee.

    Iced Caramel Macchiato served in a glass.
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    About This Recipe

    Iced Caramel Macchiato is a Starbucks copycat drink that is refreshing, creamy, and super delicious with strong coffee and caramel flavors.

    Macchiato means “marked” in Italian so the espresso marks the top of the steamed milk. It is a rich espresso-based drink that is topped with steamed milk and caramel sauce. You can either make it hot or iced.

    In today’s post, I am sharing an iced version of this Starbucks copycat beverage.

    I have been experimenting a lot creating some of the popular drinks served at Starbucks lately and after successfully re-creating their Chocolate Chip Frappe, Iced Vanilla Latte, Caramel Latte, Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew, and Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte, I experimented with their super-popular Iced Caramel Macchiato recipe.

    The happy news is that after a few tries, I have a recipe that I am very proud of.

    This DIY Starbucks drink comes together in under 10 minutes using 4 simple ingredients.

    It is gluten-free and can be easily made vegan. You can also double or triple the recipe as per your requirement.

    The best part about making it home is that you can easily customize it as per your liking. Add more coffee if you like it stronger, add more caramel sauce if you like it sweeter.

    Ingredients

    Iced Caramel Macchiato Ingredients.

    Milk – Use any cold milk that you like – whole milk, skim milk, or low-fat milk. Plant-based milk like almond milk, soy milk, or coconut milk also works great.

    I personally like to use whole milk for a creamier coffee.

    Vanilla Syrup – You can make your own vanilla syrup at home or buy a bottle. If buying the vanilla syrup, try to get the Starbucks syrup to achieve a very authentic Starbucks taste.

    I have also mentioned a quick recipe to make vanilla syrup in the post below.

    Caramel Sauce – You can make homemade caramel sauce at home or buy a bottle. If buying, try to get Starbucks syrup for a very authentic taste. Ghirardelli’s caramel sauce also tastes great.

    There are many vegan caramel sauces available in the market if you want to make it vegan.

    Espresso – Make a fresh espresso shot if you have an espresso machine. If not, then you can use espresso coffee pods too.

    You can also brew strong coffee using any of your preferred methods and use it in place of espresso. I have used a Vietnamese Filter, South Indian Filter, and a Moca Pot to brew strong coffee and used it in this recipe. All of these taste fabulous.

    French Press Cold Brew Coffee is also a great option.

    Ice Cubes – Finally, you will need lots of ice cubes to make this iced coffee recipe.

    You can also top the ready coffee drink with whipped heavy whipping cream and a caramel drizzle on top, yum! Extra caramel is always good, right?

    How To Make Iced Caramel Macchiato

    Starbuck serves this drink in a layered fashion and it looks pretty cool. You must stir it before sipping to blend in all the flavors.

    Pour 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup into a tall serving glass.

    Vanilla syrup added to a glass.

    Fill the glass ¾th with ice cubes.

    ¾ th glass filled with ice.

    Pour ¼ cup chilled milk over the ice and top it with 2 shots of espresso (or ¼ cup strongly brewed coffee).

    Note – There is no need to cool down the espresso (or the coffee). Add it to the glass soon after brewing for best-tasting coffee.

    Tip – Use chilled milk to keep the coffee cool for a longer time.

    Milk and espresso added to the glass.

    Add some more ice cubes to fill the glass. Now drizzle 1 tablespoon caramel sauce on top of the drink and serve the coffee immediately with a stirrer. Stir well before drinking.

    You can also top the glass with whipped cream and drizzle with more caramel sauce before serving.

    Tip – If kept for a longer time, this drink gets washed out, as the ice cubes start to melt. To retain the coffee flavor for a longer time, freeze some brewed coffee in ice cube trays. Use these coffee cubes in place of regular ice.

    Caramel syrup drizzled over ready iced caramel macchiato.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How to make vanilla syrup at home?

    To make your own vanilla syrup, you just need three ingredients,
    1 cup water
    1 cup sugar
    ½ tablespoon vanilla extract

    In a medium saucepan, add water and sugar. Boil on medium-high heat until the mixture thickens. This will take about 8 to 10 minutes. Keep stirring frequently.

    Once done, remove the pan from the heat. Add in vanilla extract and cool it down to room temperature. Store it in a clean glass jar for 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

    Can I use instant coffee powder to make homemade iced caramel macchiato?

    Yes, dissolve 2 teaspoon instant coffee powder in ¼ cup water and use it in the place of espresso in the recipe.

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    This rich creamy Starbucks copycat Iced Caramel Macchiato is a breeze to make at home. Just 4 ingredients and this coffee drink get ready in under 10 minutes.

    Starbucks Copycat Iced Caramel Macchiato Recipe

    This rich creamy Starbucks copycat Iced Caramel Macchiato is a breeze to make at home. Just 4 ingredients and this coffee drink get ready in under 10 minutes.
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    Course: Beverage
    Cuisine: Continental
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 1 people
    Calories: 147kcal
    Author: Neha Mathur

    Ingredients 

    • 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup (recipe in notes)
    • ¼ cup chilled milk (whole, skim, low fat or plant-based)
    • 2 shots espresso (or use ¼ cup of strongly brewed coffee, add more coffee for a stronger drink)
    • 1 tablespoon caramel sauce (add more if you like it sweeter)
    • ice cubes (as required)
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    Instructions

    • Starbuck serves this drink in a layered fashion and it looks pretty cool. You must stir it before sipping to blend in all the flavors.
    • Pour vanilla syrup into a tall serving glass.
    • Fill the glass ¾th with ice cubes.
    • Pour chilled milk over the ice and top it with espresso (or strongly brewed coffee).
    • Note – There is no need to cool down the espresso (or the coffee). Add it to the glass soon after brewing for best-tasting coffee.
    • Add some more ice cubes to fill the glass. Now drizzle caramel sauce on top and serve the coffee immediately with a stirrer. Stir well before drinking.
    • You can also top the glass with whipped cream and drizzle with more caramel sauce before serving.

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YxJlfC2Hvcg

    Notes

    If kept for a longer time, this drink gets washed out, as the ice cubes start to melt. To retain the coffee flavor for a longer time, freeze some brewed coffee in ice cube trays. Use these coffee cubes in place of regular ice.
    To make vanilla syrup, you just need three ingredients,
    1 cup water
    1 cup sugar
    ½ tablespoon vanilla extract
    In a medium saucepan, add water and sugar. Boil on medium-high heat until the mixture thickens. This will take about 8 to 10 minutes. Once done, remove the pan from the heat. Add in vanilla extract and cool it down to room temperature. Store it in a clean glass jar for 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 116mg | Potassium: 179mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 117IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 1mg
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