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This Homemade Iced Caramel Macchiato is just like your favorite coffee house drink, but easily made in the comfort of your own home. Flavors of vanilla and caramel, a touch of cinnamon, and, of course, the all important caffeine kick. It’s the perfect start to your day or afternoon pick-me-up.
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Many years ago, back when I ditched the dairy, I learned to love my coffee black. I just could not find a plant based milk or creamer that I enjoyed in my morning cup of joe.
Silk’s new Almond Creamers are the answer to our non-dairy creamy coffee dreams. I was so excited about these new creamers that I ran to the kitchen and created a coffee house style Homemade Iced Caramel Macchiato.
You guys are going to love love love this drink!
Silk Almond Milk Creamers
These Silk Almond Milk Creamers are thick, creamy, sweet and so yummy! They come in 3 dreamy flavors of Vanilla, Caramel, and Hazelnut. I’ve tried them in a steaming hot mug of coffee and I’ve tried them in a cold glass of iced coffee too – both love at first sip.
Not only are they Non-Dairy, but they are Non-GMO and gluten free, too. They are also free from carrageenan, which is near impossible to find in plant based milks and creamers. Lower in fat and sugar than traditional creamers, these new Silk Almond Creamers are a great option.
Which flavor would you try first?
Easy To Find Ingredients
I love that these Silk Creamers are easy to find. I don’t like to make a trip to a specialty store if I don’t have to. I do the majority of my shopping at Walmart because it’s close-by, reasonably priced, and full of options for eating well. I think most people can say there is a Walmart near them too.
Silk Creamers and Non-Dairy Milks can be found in the refrigerated cases in the dairy aisle. Do yourself a favor and buy more than one because you’re going to fall in love with them too.
If you love coffee, don’t miss these other amazing vegan coffee recipes!
- Coffee Granola
- Homemade Vanilla Nut Coffee Creamer
- Harvest Oat Pumpkin Latte
- Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Creamer
- Pumpkin Spiced Iced Latte
What Is A Macchiato?
A macchiato is an Italian drink that is basically just foamed milk and espresso. Macchiato means “marked.” Sometimes this is done by pouring the espresso into the milk and sometimes it’s done the other way around – pouring the milk into the espresso. Either way, you are “marking” or “staining” the color with your second pour.
When you order a macchiato in a US coffee house, it’s likely to come with caramel syrup, too. While that’s not traditional in Italy, it is darn good! Here you can also get them hot or iced. We like our options here in the U.S.A.
I use the Silk Caramel Almond Creamer in this Homemade Iced Caramel Macchiato recipe blended with a good dash of cinnamon which ends up being just slightly lighter than the color of the coffee, so you won’t see much “marking” when you pour this. But we don’t really care about that, we just care how it tastes and let me tell you, it’s delightful!
And, yes, we are using a caramel drizzle – a homemade date syrup drizzle to be exact, which tastes just like caramel!
More Summer Sips to Love
- Easy Watermelon Juice
- Tart Cherry Sparkling Lemonade
- Coconut Water Smoothie
- Strawberry Beet Smoothie
Like I said above, a macchiato is traditionally made with espresso, not drip coffee. But, don’t listen to those folks that try to tell you that you can’t make a good macchiato with strong coffee because I’m here to prove that you can.
It might not be a traditional style, but when you are a busy working mom just trying to get through your day, do you really care how authentic your caffeine kick is? I know I don’t.
But, hey, if you are all about making espresso at home, then by all means, use a shot or two of that instead. Me? I tend to use the leftover coffee that I brewed in the morning and never got around to drinking because…life.
Now, all that being said, I definitely recommend using a coffee that you enjoy drinking and feel free to brew it stronger than normal if you like. But I guarantee you’re going to love this drink even if you use regular strength drip coffee.
I hope you love this recipe as much as we do! If you tried it, please use the star rating system in the recipe card and leave a comment with your feedback. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
For even more easy family recipes, be sure to check out my cookbook, The Meatless Monday Family Cookbook!
Homemade Iced Caramel Macchiato
Ingredients
Date Syrup* (Optional, but HIGHLY recommended!)
- ½ cup pitted Medjool dates
- ⅔ cup water
Homemade Iced Caramel Macchiato
- ¼ cup Silk Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk
- ¼ cup Silk Almond Creamer caramel flavor
- 1 teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon
- 3 ice cubes
- ½ cup brewed coffee hot or cold (or 1-2 shots of espresso)
Instructions
- Combine the dates and water in a high speed blender and purée until completely smooth. I like to transfer it to a condiment bottle, but you can just transfer it to a jar or whatever you have. Place it in the fridge while you prepare the rest of the drink.
- Quickly rinse out the blender – no need to thoroughly wash it.
- Add the almond milk, almond creamer, and cinnamon to the blender and blend until combined. This only takes a few seconds. You just want the cinnamon completely mixed in so it’s not gritty.
- Drizzle the date syrup in the bottom and around the insides of a glass. Pour in the creamer mixture. Drop in the ice cubes. Pour in the coffee. Top off with another drizzle of the date syrup.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition values are calculated using online calculators and are estimates only. Please verify using your own data.
Sarah
I’m drinking coffee right now and really wishing I had some caramel date syrup to drizzle over it! Looks delicious!
Jenn S.
Next time! Thanks, Sarah!
Kristina
my typical morning coffee is plain black without milk or sugar – but I sometimes have a SECOND cup and will stop by my favorite shop for a mocha or latte… NOW I CAN DO THIS AT HOME! woot, this looks fabulous, Jenn!
Jenn S.
Exactly how I am too! I like my coffee black, but in the afternoons I always want something a little sweeter!
Dianne
I’m not much of a coffee drinker, but this looks so good that I would definitely give it a go!
Jenn S.
You can use a small amount of coffee. Heck, you could just drink the creamer part, I wouldn’t judge. It’s that good!
El
This is a game changer! The best coffee drink (I used 2 shots of espresso) I have ever had! I cannot believe it’s dairy-free. Thank you for the recipe!
Jenn S.
Thank you so much, El!! I’m so glad to hear you loved it! Cheers to dairy-free deliciousness!
Rebecca | NOURISHED.
My afternoon definitely needs one of these!! You’re right, finding a good nondairy creamer is tough and I’ve never been convinved on any of them so I’m definitely looking forward to trying this one.
Jenn S.
I would love to know what you think after you try these! I really think they taste just like the traditional ones – although these are better for you. 🙂
Mary Ellen | VNutrition
I always wondered what a macchiato was! This one looks great.
I’d probably pick the caramel one though the hazelnut one sounds good too!
Jenn S.
I have yet to try the hazelnut one…couldn’t find that one yet. You’ll for sure love the caramel though!
Kristina - Love & Zest
I have seen so many coffee recipes with this almond milk and I am sold! Looks amazing! And it is definitely getting to be the time of year for cold coffee recipes!
Jenn S.
Love that temps are starting to rise again! Yay for iced coffee! Thanks, Kristina!
Sarah
I love coffee and will be trying this! I love the date caramel, one of my favs!
Jenn S.
Thanks, Sarah! Date caramel is soooo good!
Jessica - Nutritioulicious
This sounds absolutely delicious! Love making my own coffee drinks at home!
Jenn S.
So much cheaper and healthier at home. Thanks, Jessica!
Taylor Kiser
This iced caramel macchiato is calling my name! So easy to make at home! Love that Silk offers these non-dairy creamers! I’ll have to try all 3 flavors!
Jenn S.
I think that’s a great plan!! Thanks, Taylor!
Maria
Funny this is I ordered macchiato’s to treat myself sometimes and literally didn’t know what it was haha. This looks great!
Jenn S.
HaHa! I bet a lot of people don’t. As long as it’s yummy, who cares anyway! Thanks, Maria!
Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite
I don’t drink coffee but I think I’d just bathe in the date syrup and creamer alone. Does that count? LOL! Silk is the best!
Jenn S.
Oh yeah, that’s totally allowed! These creamers would be so yummy in baked goods! Can’t wait to try experimenting with that.
Ginny McMeans
This recipe knocks my socks off. I have those ingredients already and great idea to mix Silk milk with their creamer for this recipe.
Jenn S.
Thanks, Ginny! I did try it with all creamer, and while that was crazy delicious, it was more of a dessert drink. This toned down version is suitable for everyday sipping!
Becky Striepe
Oh my gosh, I want to sip on this allll summer long!
Jenn S.
Thanks, Becky! Let’s do it!
Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day
I love this caramel macchiato! I’ll be making that date syrup to go on everything!
Jenn S.
I was actually eating it off a spoon! LOL! So good! I hope you love the macchiato, Amy! Let me know if you try it!