Iced Coffee recipe served in a glass, by Panera
Jul 14 2026
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Iced Coffee Recipe

Inspired by Panera
Time2h
Serves2

Make Iced Coffee Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Coffee Base

Iced Coffee Mixture

Method

Prepare Coffee

  1. 1

    Brew the Coffee

    In a large pot, combine 1 cup of coffee grounds with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and let simmer for 15 minutes. Stir occasionally.

  2. 2

    Cool the Coffee

    After simmering, remove the pot from heat and let the coffee cool to room temperature. Once cooled, strain the coffee through a fine mesh sieve or coffee filter into a large pitcher.

  3. 3

    Chill the Coffee

    Place the pitcher in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 2 hours or until completely cold.

Assemble Iced Coffee

  1. 4

    Prepare the Glass

    Fill a tall glass with 2 cups of ice cubes.

  2. 5

    Mix the Ingredients

    Pour 1 cup of the chilled coffee over the ice. Add 1 cup of milk or cream, 2 tablespoons of sugar or sweetener, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

  3. 6

    Stir and Serve

    Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary. Serve immediately.

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