This Vanilla Shaken Espresso combines freshly extracted espresso with vanilla syrup, shaken with ice for a frothy, cold coffee drink rich in vanilla flavor.
Vanilla Shaken Espresso
Ingredients
Scales by servings. Blend or brew in batches if your blender or pot is small.
- 18.0 g (18.0 g)finely ground espresso
- ½ fl oz (15.0 ml)vanilla syrup
- 1.0 cup (240.0 ml)ice
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Instructions
- Extract 18 g of espresso yielding about 36 g of espresso liquid.
- Immediately pour the hot espresso and 0.5 fl oz vanilla syrup into a shaker filled with ice.
- Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the mixture is frothy and chilled.
- Strain into a glass without adding additional milk or water and serve immediately.
Tips
- Use freshly ground espresso and fresh ice for the best froth and flavor. This drink is traditionally served without milk to highlight the espresso and vanilla.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make vanilla shaken espresso?
Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make vanilla shaken espresso ahead?
Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers, covered, for up to 2 days; add fresh ice just before serving.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~46 cal · 0g fat · 12g carbs · 0g protein · 12g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 46 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 9 min·0.5 mi·~1050 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 6 min·0.3 mi·~600 steps
- Moderate cycling 5 min·1.0 mi
- Swimming laps 6 min
- Jogging 5 min·0.4 mi·~800 steps
- Stair climbing 4 min·~350 steps
- Dancing 7 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 5 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 11 min
Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.














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