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Starbucks Iced Caramel Macchiato Recipe

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Jul. 14, 2019

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Oct. 23, 2023

The Iced Caramel Macchiato is one of Starbucks most popular drinks.

It’s no surprise why, the caramel macchiato is a delicious, creamy coffee drink with caramel and vanilla flavors.

Starbucks Iced Caramel Macchiato Recipe

If you find your self ordering the Starbuck’s Iced Caramel Macchiato, you should learn to make your own so you can save money. You might be surprised at just how easy it is!

Homemade Starbucks Caramel Macchiato Recipe

Ingredients

  • Vanilla Syrup
  • Ice
  • Milk
  • Espresso
  • Caramel Sauce

How To Make

Starbucks serves its Ice Caramel Macchiato drinks in a layered fashion. This is pretty fun and easy to do…and think of all those likes you’ll get on the gram!

Start by putting a little vanilla syrup in the bottom of your cup, then add ice so that the cup is about 1/2 full. Slowly pour the milk over the ice, then add more ice so that your cup is almost full (if I’m putting on a lid I will leave about 1″ of space so it doesn’t overflow).

How To Make Starbucks Iced Caramel Macchiato

Now slowly pour 2 shots of espresso over the ice. Take the caramel sauce and drizzle it all over the top.

The layers will start to meld together quickly, so snap a pic then swirl it together to mix and enjoy!

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  • Copycat Starbucks Matcha Espresso Fusion

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Starbucks Iced Caramel Macchiato

This copycat version of an Iced Caramel Macchiato tastes just like Starbucks!
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Homemade Starbucks Caramel Macchiato Recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
Cook Time: 0 minutes mins
Total Time: 5 minutes mins
Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon Vanilla Syrup
  • 1/2 Cup Ice Cubes, approximately, divided
  • 1/3 Cup Cold Milk
  • 2 Shots Espresso, or about 1/4 cup coffee
  • 1 Tablespoon Caramel Sauce

Instructions

  • Add vanilla syrup to the bottom of a 16 oz cup.
  • Add ice cubes until the glass is about half-full. Slowly pour the milk over the ice cubes.
  • Add more ice until it almost reaches the top of the cup (if using a lid I would leave at least 1″ of space so it doesn’t overflow). Slowly pour espresso over the top. Drizzle the caramel evenly over the top layer.
  • Swirl drink to combine ingredients before drinking. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcal (7%)
Author: Jessica Pinney
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43 responses

  1. Kelly
    December 4, 2019

    5 stars
    This tasted amazing and was seriously so easy to make. 100.

    Reply
  2. Loree Durand
    May 5, 2020

    I would like to have the recipe for hot caramel macchiato

    Reply
    1. Sehaj
      August 27, 2021

      Literally just don’t add ice- and use warm milk

      Reply
  3. Sherri
    May 17, 2020

    5 stars
    Just like Starbucks. Thank you

    Reply
  4. Tracey757
    June 3, 2020

    5 stars
    Yes! Finally found a drink that I can make, taste great(I added a little extra caramel) & I can save money. A triple WIN! Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  5. Marlene Fanucchi
    June 30, 2020

    yummy recipes thanks

    Reply
  6. Christina
    July 27, 2020

    Hi, I was wondering if there is an alternative to using espresso? Could I use cold coffee and if so, would it be the same amount as the espresso?

    Reply
    1. Jessica Pinney
      July 27, 2020

      Hey, Christina! You’ll want to use the same amount, but if you use coffee I would brew it really strong. Maybe double the strength that you usually would. You could also use cold brew concentrate if you have any of that.

      Reply
  7. Kayla M Knepper
    December 28, 2020

    Can I ask what is the best espresso I should use? Light, Medium or Dark? I just bought a Nespresso machine and got the light one- not to sure that’s strong enough for flavor…

    Thank you!

    Reply
    1. Jessica Pinney
      December 28, 2020

      Hi Kayla, I’m not very familiar with Nespresso, but I’m guessing the dark roast would be ideal. It’s my understanding that Starbucks uses a medium or dark roast bean for their espresso based drinks. Hope that helps!

      Reply
  8. Mandy
    March 29, 2021

    5 stars
    Hi, does the espresso need to cool off or go right in?

    Reply
    1. Jessica Pinney
      March 29, 2021

      I pour mine right in.

      Reply
  9. Caitlin Duncan
    April 4, 2021

    What espresso machine do you use ? l’ve been looking to find a good quality one but haven’t found any that I feel is good enough to match up to Starbucks espresso 🙁

    Reply
    1. Bailee
      April 21, 2021

      Nespresso machine has Starbucks espresso pods. From the dark roast to the blonde 🤗

      Reply
    2. Jessica Pinney
      April 22, 2021

      We use a De’Longhi Espresso machine. We’ve had it a few years now and can’t imagine life without it! Check out our post “what coffee beans should I buy?” to see some of our coffee suggestions.

      Reply
  10. Tamini Zingale
    June 12, 2021

    5 stars
    I was craving a caramel macchiato right now. I didn’t have vanilla syrup but I did have maple syrup. Let me tell you just as good. I’m saving this recipe for my morning coffee. Absolute lifesaver. Taste amazing

    Reply
  11. Leah
    June 22, 2021

    Does it have to be a specific milk? Can I use almond milk or something else that you recommend?

    Reply
    1. Brittany
      July 18, 2021

      Same question, following for answer

      Reply
    2. Keith
      July 20, 2021

      You can use any milk. I always ordered almond milk at Starbucks and I use it at home for this too. Works perfectly.

      Reply
  12. Sandra Martin
    August 23, 2021

    5 stars
    Wow, this Iced Caramel Macchiato is the dream drink that I always plan to make so far. Look amazing and sound easy to make. Thank you for simplifying the recipe for all the amateur baristas like me. Can’t wait to try it soon 🙂

    Reply
  13. melissa
    August 29, 2021

    I love starBucks sooooo much I have it all the time on the weekends when I dont have school!!

    Reply
  14. Cc
    September 12, 2021

    5 stars
    its soo good

    Reply
  15. makaylynn rose keller
    September 23, 2021

    Can you tell me the measurements for this recipe without the ice?

    Reply
  16. Claudette Wright
    November 9, 2021

    If I do coffee instead of espresso do I pour in hot or let cool off

    Reply
    1. Jessica Pinney
      November 9, 2021

      I would let it cool a little bit, if possible. If it’s really hot it will melt the ice fast and your drink will become watery.

      Reply
  17. Lexi smallwood
    December 6, 2021

    5 stars
    Although it makes a small amount, it was easy to double it to make more! it’s not too sweet or too strong. Tastes just like if I went out to get it!

    Reply
  18. mark
    February 12, 2022

    5 stars
    how much vanilla syrup do I put and how much sugar for brown sugar??

    Reply
    1. Tara
      March 23, 2023

      5 stars
      Sugar?? Are you even reading the recipe…there is no sugar/brown sugar in this. There is vanilla syrup and caramel sauce.

      Reply
  19. relio
    February 18, 2022

    5 stars
    omg ur the best this smacks

    Reply
  20. lydia alicia
    February 25, 2022

    5 stars
    LOVE. The measurements are perfect and tastes spot on to the actual Starbucks drink. it’s also easy too so that’s a plus, thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  21. Sarah Juttner
    March 19, 2022

    Is 1/3 cup milk a misprint? I tried it and it was definitely off.

    Reply
    1. Tiffany Bolt
      April 19, 2022

      4 stars
      I doubled the recipe the second time I made it and it turned out better! ⅓ cup is not enough.

      Reply
  22. Lydia Anchondo
    March 23, 2022

    If I have a keurig what setting of coffee should use? Small, medium

    Reply
  23. Sue
    April 3, 2022

    Wow!!!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Reply
  24. Kay
    May 6, 2022

    Had my first one the other day and it was great. Woodstock va 22664

    Reply
  25. Donna Phariss
    June 7, 2022

    I made it and brewed 1C coffee grounds to 5 C water. Put in 1-3/4 T sugar free vanilla syrup, not quite 2/3 C 2% milk and 1 C brewed coffee w/about 1 C ice! PERFECT!!

    Reply
  26. Sunshine
    November 27, 2022

    5 stars
    Made this and it was yummy❤️

    Reply
    1. Abi Campbell
      February 15, 2023

      5 stars
      i no i be gettin them all the time at McDonald’s 😋😋😋

      Reply
  27. Renee
    January 10, 2023

    1 star
    Sorry but this was not very good

    Reply
  28. Abi Campbell
    February 15, 2023

    5 stars
    This shitz be smackin

    Reply
  29. Carol Bender
    June 2, 2023

    5 stars
    I love this recipe it taste exactly like the coffee shops make. Thank you so much for sharing

    Reply
  30. Romeline Romeo
    June 20, 2023

    5 stars
    My favourite drinks thank you for sharing this recipe.

    Reply
  31. Maria Mercedes
    August 28, 2023

    Hi! Can I get the measurements for a 22 oz. glass? Thank you!

    Reply

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