Iced Caramel Macchiato with Date Caramel Sauce Recipe
This refreshing Iced Caramel Macchiato recipe features a delightful date caramel sauce, providing a natural sweetness without refined sugars. Made with almond milk and espresso, it offers a perfect balance of creamy, sweet, and bold coffee flavors, ideal for a summer pick-me-up or anytime indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Drink
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Date Caramel Sauce
- 12 Natural Delights® Medjool dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup almond milk (or milk of your choice)
- 1/4 cup water, plus more if needed
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Iced Caramel Macchiato
- 1-2 tsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup almond milk (or milk of your choice)
- Ice, as needed
- 2 shots espresso or 4 oz strong brewed coffee
Instructions
- Prepare the Date Caramel Sauce: Place the pitted dates, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup water, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/4 tsp sea salt into a high-speed blender or food processor. If the dates are dry or a bit old, soak them in hot water first to soften. Blend until smooth, adding more water if necessary to achieve a sauce-like consistency. Transfer the sauce to a squeeze bottle if you have one for easy drizzling.
- Assemble the Drink Base: In a glass, add 1 tablespoon of the date caramel sauce to the bottom. You can also drizzle some on the sides for visual appeal. Then, add the maple syrup, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, and 3/4 cup milk to the glass, stirring well to combine all ingredients.
- Add Ice: Fill the glass with ice, leaving enough room at the top to pour the espresso.
- Pour Espresso: Carefully pour the two shots of espresso or 4 oz strong brewed coffee over the ice and milk mixture. This layering creates the classic macchiato effect.
- Finish with Caramel Drizzle and Serve: Drizzle a little more date caramel sauce on top for extra sweetness and garnish. Stir gently if desired, then enjoy your homemade iced caramel macchiato!
Notes
- To make a hot caramel macchiato, simply omit the ice and heat the milk before pouring into the cup.
- Store leftover date caramel sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. It may thicken when chilled; gently warm or stir in a little hot water to loosen before use.
- This recipe uses natural ingredients to replicate the classic Starbucks iced caramel macchiato with a healthier twist.
