Hazelnut Iced Coffee ☕️🤎

Let's make our morning cafecito truly special! Like many of you, I used to chase that perfect hazelnut iced coffee, only to find most options packed with artificial flavors and sugars. If you're searching for a delicious, natural, and healthy hazelnut cold brew or iced coffee recipe you can effortlessly make at home, you've found it! Making your own gives you full control, ensures natural ingredients, and seriously cuts down on coffee shop expenses. My Easy Natural Hazelnut Iced Coffee Recipe (Quick Prep!) This is my go-to for busy mornings, especially before a work vlog! You can use strong brewed coffee, espresso, or even NESCAFE instant coffee for ultimate convenience. Prepare Coffee: Dissolve 1-2 tsp NESCAFE in 2 tbsp hot water for a concentrate, or use 1/2 cup strong, cooled brewed coffee. Natural Flavor & Sweetness: Add 1/2 tsp pure hazelnut extract (ensure it's natural!) and 1-2 tsp maple syrup or honey to taste. For a richer flavor, consider making homemade hazelnut syrup (recipe below!). Assemble: Fill a glass with ice. Pour in your coffee concentrate, hazelnut extract, and sweetener. Finish: Top with your favorite milk (oat or almond milk are excellent creamy, dairy-free choices). Stir well and enjoy your refreshing and natural hazelnut iced coffee! For the Smoothest Sip: Homemade Hazelnut Cold Brew If you're after that velvety smooth, low-acid "hazelnut cold brew recipe," this method is for you. It requires overnight steeping but yields a fantastic concentrate. Grind Coffee: Use 1 cup of coarsely ground coffee beans for every 4 cups of filtered water. Coarse grind prevents bitterness. Combine & Infuse: In a large container, mix coffee grounds and water. For natural hazelnut flavor, you can add 1 tbsp of roasted, crushed hazelnuts directly into the mixture as it steeps. Steep: Cover and refrigerate for 12-18 hours. Strain: Strain through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth. You'll have a concentrated cold brew. Serve: Dilute with water or milk to your liking. Add ice, a splash of natural hazelnut extract (if not steeped with nuts), and your preferred natural sweetener. This concentrate keeps well in the fridge for up to two weeks! Natural Hazelnut Syrup (Say Goodbye to Artificial Flavors!) This simple syrup guarantees authentic hazelnut goodness without any artificial essences. 1 cup water 1 cup granulated sugar (or use a mix with natural sweeteners like erythritol) 1/2 cup roasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional) Combine water and sugar in a saucepan, stirring over medium heat until dissolved. Add chopped hazelnuts, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and gently simmer for 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, and cool completely. Strain out the hazelnuts and store the syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 weeks. Embrace the joy of crafting your own healthy, natural hazelnut iced coffee or cold brew. It’s a little act of self-care that makes office life, or any life, a whole lot better!