Ingredients
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1 lb Ground CoffeeYour personal favorite or any good, rich roast
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8 quarts Cold Water
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Healthy splash per serving Half and Half
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2-3 Tablespoons per serving Sweetened condensed milkCan use skim milk, 2%% Milk, Whole Milk, Sugar, Artificial Sweeteners, Syrups...adapt to your liking
Directions
Recipe By: The Pioneer Woman
Perfect is a big word and comes with some pretty high standards. I can tell you… this coffee is about as close as it gets.
There are a lot of ways to make iced coffee. The method you choose and the steps you take will determine how the end product turns out. The folks at The Pioneer Woman have this process down to a science. The result is the smoothest, richest, creamiest cup of iced coffee to ever touch your lips.
The main key to making the Perfect Iced Coffee is the cold brew base. Cold brew coffee is actually super easy to make (learn how here) and it is stronger, smoother, and less bitter than hot brewed coffee. It does need to steep for about 24 hours so you will have to plan ahead. However, once you try it you will probably like it so much that you may just decide to have some on hand at all times.
Another little trick for a better coffee is to use coffee ice cubes. This will keep your coffee from getting watered down if you get distracted and end up letting it sit for too long. We have some great flavored ice cube recipes here.
We recommend using half-and-half in this recipe instead of regular milk, as it makes the end result extra smooth and creamy. It is however optional, and regular milk will work just fine.
As an alternative, you can also use sweetened condensed milk which is super delicious. Either way, we know you are going to love this Perfect Iced Coffee.
Steps
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In a large container, mix ground coffee with water. Cover and allow to sit at room temperature for about 24 hours |
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Line a fine mesh strainer with cheesecloth and set it over a pitcher or other container. Pour the coffee/water mixture through the strainer, allowing all liquid to run through. Discard the grounds |
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Place the coffee liquid in the fridge and allow to cool |
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Pack a glass full of ice cubes (we always recommend coffee ice cubes), and fill the glass 2/3 full with coffee liquid. |
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Add a healthy splash of half-and-half (or milk or milk substitute) |
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Add 2-3 tablespoons of sweetened condensed milk (you can use plain sugar instead) and stir to combine |
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Taste and adjust the half-and-half and/or sweetened condensed milk as needed. Enjoy thoroughly! |
