Recipes for Cold Brew Coffee

Safe ways to use cold brew coffee past its expiration date

Cold Brew Coffee Smoothie

Cold Brew Coffee Smoothie

A refreshing and nutritious smoothie made with expired but safe cold brew coffee.

Prep time:
5 minutes
Cook time:
0 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 1 cup expired cold brew coffee
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine the expired cold brew coffee, ripe banana, almond milk, honey, and ice cubes.
  2. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Cold Brew Coffee Popsicles

Cold Brew Coffee Popsicles

Cool down with these delicious popsicles made from expired cold brew coffee.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
0 minutes
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 2 cups expired cold brew coffee
  • 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Popsicle molds
  • Popsicle sticks

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the expired cold brew coffee, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  2. Pour the mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a little space at the top for expansion.
  3. Insert popsicle sticks into each mold.
  4. Place the molds in the freezer and freeze for at least 4-6 hours, or until completely firm.
  5. To remove the popsicles from the molds, briefly run them under warm water.
  6. Enjoy these refreshing cold brew coffee popsicles!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Cold Brew Coffee Granita

Cold Brew Coffee Granita

A delightful icy dessert made with expired but safe cold brew coffee.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
180 minutes
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 2 cups expired cold brew coffee
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves completely.
  2. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the syrup, expired cold brew coffee, and lemon juice. Mix well.
  4. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and place it in the freezer.
  5. Every 30 minutes, use a fork to scrape the mixture, forming ice crystals. Repeat this process for about 2-3 hours, or until the mixture becomes slushy.
  6. Once the granita reaches the desired consistency, serve in chilled glasses and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Cold Brew Coffee Pancakes

Cold Brew Coffee Pancakes

Delicious and fluffy pancakes made with slightly expired but safe cold brew coffee.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
20 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold brew coffee (slightly expired but safe)
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the cold brew coffee, milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  4. Heat a lightly greased griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake.
  6. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface of the pancake.
  7. Flip the pancake and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.
  8. Repeat with the remaining batter.
  9. Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium

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