Ingredients:
- 1 cup coarsely ground coffee beans
- 4 cups cold, filtered water
- 1 cup cornflakes (or your favorite cereal)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Ice cubes
- Optional: Whipped cream or cinnamon for garnish
Equipment:
- Large jar or pitcher (for cold brew)
- Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
- Medium bowl (for cereal milk)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spoon for stirring
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cold Brew:
- In a large jar or pitcher, combine 1 cup coarsely ground coffee beans with 4 cups cold, filtered water.
- Stir gently to ensure all coffee grounds are wet.
- Cover and let steep in the refrigerator for 12–18 hours.
- After steeping, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean container. Discard the coffee grounds. Set the cold brew concentrate aside.
- Make the Cereal Milk:
- In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup cornflakes with 2 cups whole milk.
- Stir and let sit for 20–30 minutes to allow the cereal to infuse the milk.
- Strain the milk through a fine mesh strainer into a clean container, pressing gently on the cereal to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the soggy cereal.
- Add 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the cereal milk. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Combine and Serve:
- Fill a glass with ice cubes.
- Pour 1 part cold brew concentrate and 1 part cereal milk over the ice (e.g., ½ cup cold brew + ½ cup cereal milk for a single serving). Adjust the ratio to your preference for stronger or milder coffee flavor.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Optional: Top with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flair.
Tips:
- Store extra cold brew concentrate in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Cereal milk can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; stir before using.
- Experiment with different cereals (e.g., Cinnamon Toast Crunch or Fruity Pebbles) for unique flavor profiles.
- For a sweeter drink, add more brown sugar or a drizzle of honey.
Serving Size:
- Makes approximately 4 servings (1 cup each)