This Peanut Butter Iced Latte is a super refreshing, creamy, nutty, and delicious coffee drink made using espresso, creamy peanut butter, maple syrup, milk, and ice.
The espresso and peanut butter are frothed together with maple syrup until smooth and creamy, then poured over ice and milk and finally topped with a delightful peanut butter drizzle.
It has a rich coffee flavor with a creamy peanut butter taste and just the right amount of sweetness from the maple syrup. This homemade peanut butter iced coffee comes together in just 2 minutes and gives a delicious coffee-shop-style drink feel without needing any flavored coffee syrups or fancy tools.
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The best part of this recipe is the creamy peanut butter espresso mixture. When you mix the peanut butter with hot espresso, you get a smooth and creamy mixture as it is easy to incorporate, and this mixture gives your peanut butter latte a lovely creamy texture and beautiful nutty flavor that complements the espresso flavor.
And that final little peanut butter drizzle on top makes every sip even more delicious. You have to try this!
About Peanut Butter Iced Latte
Peanut Butter Iced Latte is a simple yet unexpectedly creamy twist on a classic iced latte. It is prepared using hot espresso, creamy peanut butter, a little sweetener, milk, and ice. It is an easy homemade coffee drink that has both the bold flavor of espresso with rich and nutty peanut butter and just the right amount of sweetness.
If you have never tried peanut butter coffee before, this is the time you need to give it a go. When I tried it for the first time, I wasn’t sure about the combination and it sounded unusual, but to my surprise, it worked gorgeously well.
The espresso gives the drink a lovely coffee flavor, peanut butter adds the nutty richness and creaminess, and maple syrup brings a gentle sweetness that balances everything. However, if you don’t like sweet coffee, you can definitely opt out of the sweetener; it is totally optional. I like sweet iced coffee drinks, so I added a little bit of maple syrup to this coffee drink.
Making this iced latte is fairly simple. All you need is to froth the coffee mixture. I don’t make a separate peanut butter syrup for this recipe.
Instead, I add creamy peanut butter and maple syrup directly to hot espresso and froth it until smooth. This simple frothing step makes the peanut butter easier to dissolve in coffee and gives the coffee mixture a delicately creamy texture.
Once the peanut butter espresso mixture is ready, I pour it over plenty of ice and milk. A final peanut butter drizzle is optional, but I highly recommend it if you want an extra peanut butter flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This Peanut Butter Iced Latte
✔ is simple, quick & easy to make
✔ is really creamy, nutty, & delicious
✔ needs only 5 simple ingredients
✔ can be made using espresso or strong coffee
✔ can be made with dairy or plant-based milk
✔ doesn’t need any flavored coffee syrup
✔ makes one large serving
✔ has a wonderful peanut butter flavor
✔ is lightly sweetened with maple syrup
Ingredients**
For Peanut Butter Coffee
Espresso: To give this iced latte, I use 2 shots of freshly brewed espresso. Since this is a large serving with milk and plenty of ice, two shots give this drink a lovely coffee flavor. Also, I use hot espresso as it helps soften the peanut butter and makes it easier to mix.
Peanut butter: You will need 2 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter. Creamy peanut butter works best because it blends more effortlessly and gives the iced coffee a smooth texture. If you use natural peanut butter, make sure it is well stirred before measuring.
Maple syrup: To sweeten this coffee, I use 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup. Feel free to use it depending on how sweet you want the coffee. Start with 1 tablespoon and add more to taste, if needed. Maple syrup goes beautifully with the nutty peanut butter and bold espresso mixture.
For Peanut Butter Iced Latte
Milk: I use about 1.5 cups of chilled milk for this large peanut butter iced latte. You can go for regular dairy milk or your favorite plant-based milk. Almond milk, oat milk, soy milk, they all taste good if you want a creamy dairy-free iced coffee.
Ice: Since it is an iced latte, use lots of ice cubes to make the drink cold and refreshing. I like filling the glass at least half, which is a generous amount of ice, before adding the milk.
Peanut butter for drizzle: It is an optional ingredient, but it adds extra peanut butter flavor and makes the latte look beautiful. I use about 1 teaspoon creamy peanut butter for the finishing drizzle.
How to Make Peanut Butter Iced Latte
Making this iced latte is very simple and easy.
To start, make the peanut butter coffee mixture by adding creamy peanut butter, maple syrup, with 2 shots of espresso, and pour them into a small heatproof glass or cup.
Whisk or use a handheld milk frother to mix everything until the peanut butter is well mixed and the mixture looks smooth and creamy. The espresso should still be hot when you do this because the heat helps loosen the peanut butter.
Then prepare the glass by filling a large serving glass generously with ice cubes. Pour about 1.5 cups chilled milk over the ice.
Slowly pour the peanut butter espresso mixture over the milk and ice.
Drizzle about 1 teaspoon creamy peanut butter over the top. If your peanut butter is too thick to drizzle, warm it very briefly or stir it until it becomes easier to pour.
Give everything a good stir so the coffee and milk are evenly combined.
Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy Peanut Butter Iced Latte chilled as an afternoon coffee or any pick-me-up drink any time of the day.
Variations
Peanut Butter Honey Iced Coffee
For a honey iced coffee style drink, swap maple syrup with honey and add a pinch of ground cinnamon.
Stronger Peanut Butter Iced Coffee
For a stronger coffee drink with less milk, reduce the milk slightly and use additional strong coffee or espresso. This gives you more of a peanut butter iced coffee flavor.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Iced Latte
Love chocolate and peanut butter flavors? Then add about 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder to the hot espresso along with the peanut butter and maple syrup mixture. Whisk until smooth for an easy chocolate peanut butter coffee. It tastes really good.
Peanut Butter Oat Milk Latte**
If you prefer an iced oat latte, then swap regular milk with creamy oat milk. Its creamy texture pairs amazingly well with peanut butter and espresso flavors.
Dairy-Free Peanut Butter Coffee**
For a vegan version of this iced latte, use unsweetened oat milk, unsweetened almond milk, unsweetened soy milk, or unsweetened cashew milk.
Non-Sweet Peanut Butter Latte**
If you like bitter lattes, then feel free to omit the sweetener from this iced latte. You can also use less maple syrup, just 1 tablespoon maple syrup if you prefer a less sweet coffee.
Serving Suggestions**
This peanut butter iced latte tastes best when served immediately after making, while it is cold and refreshing. I like a large serving, and so I serve it in a tall glass filled with lots of ice so you can see the creamy milk and coffee swirls before stirring.
You can enjoy it as it is as a delicious morning coffee or afternoon pick-me-up. You can also serve it with peanut butter cookies, 2-ingredient chocolate cookies, chocolate banana bread, blueberry muffins, blueberry mug cake, or just with a small piece of chocolate for a simple afternoon treat.
Storage Suggestions**
This peanut butter iced latte is best enjoyed fresh. I don’t advise storing the assembled drink because the ice will melt and dilute the coffee and milk. Also, the peanut butter can separate as it sits with ice.
If you want to prepare part of it ahead of time, then you can make the peanut butter and espresso mixture and refrigerate it in a covered container. Just give it a good stir or use a milk frother before assembling the peanut butter iced latte.
Tips & Tricks to Make the Best Peanut Butter Iced Latte
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Peanut butter: Use creamy peanut butter to make this iced latte, as it gives a smooth texture and is easiest to mix into the espresso.
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Hot espresso: Mix the peanut butter with hot espresso, as this is the easiest and fastest way to soften the peanut butter and prevent clumps.
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Whisking: Take a little time while mixing the espresso, peanut butter, and maple syrup until the coffee mixture looks smooth and creamy.
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Sweetness: To sweeten it, start with 1 tablespoon maple syrup and add more depending on how sweet you prefer your coffee.
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Ice: An iced drink requires lots of ice to keep the latte cold and refreshing. So, use plenty of ice cubes for this drink.
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Milk: Feel free to choose your favorite milk for this latte recipe. Dairy milk, almond milk, and oat milk are all great options, but you can go with any milk you enjoy in iced lattes.
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Strong espresso: For a stronger flavor, use strong espresso, as milk, ice, and peanut butter can mellow the coffee flavor.
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Peanut drizzle: To make the drizzle easy to pour, warm it very briefly before drizzling if your peanut butter is too thick. Drizzling it with peanut butter is entirely optional.
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Stirring:** Give the finished latte a good stir so the espresso, peanut butter, maple syrup, and milk are evenly combined. It gives the best taste to this latte.
FAQs
Does peanut butter taste good in coffee?
Yes, peanut butter tastes really good in coffee. Peanut butter and coffee make a surprisingly delicious combination. The rich, nutty flavor of peanut butter works well with bold espresso flavors, while maple syrup adds sweetness and balances the flavors.
What does peanut butter iced coffee taste like?
Peanut butter iced coffee is creamy, nutty, lightly sweet, and refreshing. The espresso gives it a deep coffee flavor, and peanut butter adds richness and a smooth texture. With the very first sip, you’ll get a peanut-buttery flavor.
Can I make this peanut butter iced latte without an espresso machine?
Yes. You can surely do this. Use strong brewed coffee or concentrated instant coffee instead of espresso. Just make sure to use hot coffee when mixing it with the peanut butter so it mixes more easily.
What peanut butter is best for peanut butter coffee?**
Creamy peanut butter works best because it blends better and adds a smooth texture. Natural peanut butter can also be used, but make sure it is well stirred before using.
Can I use oat milk for this peanut butter latte?**
Absolutely, you can. Oat milk has a naturally creamy texture and pairs well with peanut butter and espresso.
Can I make this peanut butter iced coffee dairy-free?
Yes, you can. Simply use any of your favorite plant-based milk to make this latte vegan.
How do I stop peanut butter from clumping in coffee?
Mix the peanut butter with hot espresso first and whisk or froth it thoroughly until completely smooth, and avoid the peanut butter drizzle. The heat from the coffee helps soften the peanut butter and makes it much easier to get a smooth coffee mixture.
Can I use crunchy peanut butter?
You can, but I like using creamy peanut butter for this recipe. Crunchy peanut butter will leave small pieces of peanuts in the drink and won’t give you the same smooth texture. But if you don’t mind pieces in the drink, go for crunchy peanut butter.
Peanut Butter Iced Latte (Step-by-step photo instructions)
How to Make Peanut Butter Iced Latte
- Add the creamy peanut butter, maple syrup, and hot espresso to a small heatproof cup.
- Using a handheld milk frother or whisk, mix the espresso, peanut butter, and maple syrup until the peanut butter is completely blended and the mixture looks smooth and creamy. The hot espresso helps soften the peanut butter and makes it easier to mix.
- Fill 2 serving glasses generously with ice cubes. Pour in the chilled milk.
- Divide the peanut butter espresso mixture evenly between the two glasses and slowly pour it over the ice and milk. Warm the remaining peanut butter very briefly,s if needed to make it easier to drizzle.
- Drizzle about 1 teaspoon over the top of the latte.
- Give the Peanut Butter Iced Latte a good stir and serve immediately.
Recipe Card
Peanut Butter Iced Latte [Recipe]
★★★★★
(Rating: 5 from 6 reviews)
| Prep time 🕐 | Cook time 🕐 | Total time 🕐 |
|---|---|---|
| Category ☶ | Cuisine ♨ | Servings ☺ |
| Drinks | American | 2 |
| Nutrition Info ⊛ | Serving size ⊚ | |
| 265 calories | 1 |
INGREDIENTS
For Peanut Butter Iced Latte
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 2 shots freshly brewed hot espresso
- 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup
For Peanut Butter Iced Latte
- 1½ cups chilled milk of your choice
- Lots of ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon creamy peanut butter, for drizzling
INSTRUCTIONS:
How to Make Peanut Butter Iced Latte
- Add the creamy peanut butter, maple syrup, and hot espresso to a small heatproof cup.
- Using a handheld milk frother or whisk, mix the espresso, peanut butter, and maple syrup until the peanut butter is completely blended and the mixture looks smooth and creamy. The hot espresso helps soften the peanut butter and makes it easier to mix.
- Fill 2 serving glasses generously with ice cubes. Pour in the chilled milk.
- Divide the peanut butter espresso mixture evenly between the two glasses and slowly pour it over the ice and milk. Warm the remaining peanut butter very briefly,s if needed to make it easier to drizzle.
- Drizzle about 1 teaspoon over the top of the latte.
- Give the Peanut Butter Iced Latte a good stir and serve immediately.
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NOTES:
- Creamy peanut butter works best because it blends more easily and gives the latte a smooth texture.
- Use freshly brewed **hot espresso**. The heat helps loosen the peanut butter and prevents it from clumping.
- You can also use strong brewed coffee or concentrated instant coffee instead.
NUTRITION (Per Serving):
Calories: 265kcal | Fat: 15.6g | Carbohydrates: 23.6g | Protein: 10.1g | Fiber: 1.1g | Sugar: 20.4g | Sodium: 164.3mg
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