Dairy Free Classic Iced Coffee

Total time45 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time10 min

Bold, coarsely ground coffee gets brewed strong and then cooled to room temperature before it's poured over a generously filled glass of ice, giving you that clean, slow-cracking chill without watering down the flavor. A touch of simple syrup stirs in easily for sweetness, letting the deep, roasted coffee flavor stay front and center. This one comes together in just five simple steps, so it's easy to make a double batch and keep it stocked in the fridge for busy mornings. The pour-over-then-chill method is what really makes this shine, giving you smooth, bold coffee without any bitterness from ice-brewing shortcuts. It's a great pick for a dairy free rotation, since the base is just coffee, water, and ice, and you're free to finish each glass exactly how you like it.

About Fig

Fig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.

Learn more →

Ingredients

2 servings

4 tbsp coarsely ground coffee
Starbucks French Roast 100% Arabica Dark Roast Ground Coffee Bag - 12 Oz Starbucks Pike Place Roast 100% Arabica Medium Roast Ground Coffee Bag - 12 Oz Dunkin Donuts Coffee Ground Medium Roast Original Blend - 12 Oz Maxwell House Medium Roast Original Roast Ground Coffee Canister - 30.6 Oz Dunkin Donuts Coffee Ground Medium Roast Decaffeinated Dunkin Decaf - 12 Oz
See all
2 cups water
2 cups ice cubes
¼ cup milk or cream
Chef's tip
Use plain, unsweetened soy milk, measured 1:1. It's one of the most reliable milk swaps and works in sauces, custards, and baked goods. For hot or acidic drinks, a barista-style soy milk resists curdling.
1–2 tbsp simple syrup, to taste (optional)

Instructions

1
Brew the ground coffee with 2 cups of water using a coffee maker or pour-over dripper, using a ratio of about 2 tablespoons of coffee per cup of water, until fully brewed.
2
Pour the hot coffee into a measuring cup or heatproof pitcher and let it cool at room temperature for about 20–30 minutes, until no longer steaming.

Want the full recipe?

Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!