5 Vegan Coffee Drinks That Are Delicious and Dairy-Free
By: Suzanne Kvilhaug
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As much as I wish I could drink coffee all day long, maybe the part that makes it so enjoyable is that I only have it once a day. Waking up knowing that you’re about to have a coffee has to be one of the most exciting things to experience daily if you’re a coffee lover. Sort of like Groundhog Day but a positive thing that you want to keep happening.
For a long time, I was drinking my coffee black but then I started craving the addition of soy milk. Like peanut butter and jelly, soy milk and coffee taste like a fated pair, and regardless if you’re vegan or not, it’s worth a try. Thankfully with all of the different plant-based milks available today, there are many different potential vegan coffee drink options that do not skimp on taste or creativity. If you’re looking to roll up your sleeves and be an at-home barista, here are 5 impressively delicious vegan coffee drinks that you can make at home.
Iced Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso
The phrase “the big kahuna” came to mind when I saw this Iced Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso recipe by Homemade Haley. You won’t be able to whip this up in a minute but with a little patience, you may discover your new go-to coffee drink when you’re craving something a little extra. If you’re someone who prefers to get specialty drinks at coffee shops, this combination of homemade simple syrup, vanilla and brown sugar, cinnamon, and espresso creates an at-home vegan coffee drink that tastes like one you would buy without the steep price.
Coconut Milk Thai Iced Coffee
Described as coffee ice cream in liquid form, if you like the taste of coconut milk, this Coconut Milk Thai Iced Coffee recipe by What Great Grandma Made is surprisingly vegan and pretty easy to make. To get the perfect consistency, all you have to do is simmer the coconut milk until it’s reduced, then add sweetener, almond extract, and cardamom and voila, it tastes like authentic Thai iced coffee plant-based style.
Vanilla Soy Latte
Give me all the soy milk. I know plenty of different plant-based milk alternatives have risen to popularity but in my eyes, nothing compares to soy milk. I’m that person telling the barista “nope please keep going!” when they ask “is this enough?” FILL ’ER UP! This Vanilla Soy Latte recipe by Coffee Affection is a standard classic latte made with espresso, soy milk, vanilla, and brown sugar that is creamy, rich, and completely vegan.
Creamy Coffee & Banana Smoothie
Another combination that tastes like a match made in heaven is coffee and bananas. If you’re into this combination then this Creamy Coffee Banana Smoothie recipe by Every Last Bite has to go on your must-try list. With only a start to finish prep time of under 5 minutes, this smoothie includes almond butter, dates, plant-based milk, and gasp…cauliflower, because cauliflower is in everything these days.
Cold Brew Caramel Frappuccino
You’re welcome, Frappuccino lovers. No matter what time of the year it is, some people prefer iced coffee drinks. Even in the winter, my preference for iced coffee drinks stands strong and sure my hands may become numb but that’s just minor details. Made with just 3 ingredients, 1 blender and 5 minutes this Cold Brew Caramel Frappuccino by Minimalist Baker proves that you can simplify complex high-calorie drinks and make a healthy tasty version. Almond milk ice cubes create a creamy base with the cold brew coffee and dates puréed into caramel add a sweet caramel finish.
Want more ideas on how to make the perfect vegan coffee at home? Here are 9 easy plant milk recipes from the Simple Vegan Blog to help you continuously create coffee masterpieces.
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