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Thai Iced Coffee with Cardamom and Almond or Amaretto Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Thai

Description

A refreshing Thai Iced Coffee recipe that combines strong brewed coffee infused with cardamom, sweetened condensed milk, and a choice between almond extract for a non-alcoholic version or Amaretto for a flavorful cocktail twist. Perfectly served over crushed ice, this drink delivers a creamy, aromatic, and cooling experience ideal for hot days or as a unique coffee treat.


Ingredients

Scale

Coffee Base

  • 8 tablespoons strong black coffee grounds
  • 2 teaspoons ground cardamom

Flavoring

  • 1 teaspoon almond extract (for NON-alcoholic version)
  • 3 ounces Amaretto (for COCKTAIL version)

Sweetener

  • ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk (plus more if desired)

Serving

  • Crushed ice (for serving)


Instructions

  1. Prepare the Coffee: Add the ground cardamom to the strong black coffee grounds and brew the mixture according to your coffee maker’s instructions to infuse the coffee with a warm, spicy flavor.
  2. Flavor the Brew: Pour the freshly brewed coffee into a pitcher or a large glass. Add either 1 teaspoon of almond extract for the non-alcoholic version or 3 ounces of Amaretto for a cocktail version, then stir well to ensure the flavors are evenly combined.
  3. Serve with Ice and Sweeten: Fill four 12-ounce glasses with crushed ice. Divide the coffee mixture evenly among the glasses. Top each glass with 1 tablespoon of sweetened condensed milk. Stir gently, taste, and add more condensed milk if you prefer a sweeter or creamier drink.

Notes

  • You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of sweetened condensed milk.
  • The Amaretto version is alcoholic; omit or substitute for a non-alcoholic alternative if desired.
  • Use freshly crushed ice for the best texture and cooling effect.
  • Cardamom can be adjusted or omitted depending on your flavor preference.
  • Serve immediately for the freshest taste and best chilled experience.