If you love the classic combination of peanut butter and jelly, you're going to want to try it in your coffee. This PB&J Iced Latte transforms a nostalgic favorite into a creamy, café-inspired drink you can easily make at home.
Made with chilled coffee, milk, strawberry or raspberry jam, and a fluffy peanut butter cold foam, this iced latte brings together sweet fruit and rich peanut butter with your favorite coffee. The secret to the creamy peanut butter flavor is Lakanto Peanut Butter Powder, which makes it easy to create both the peanut butter layer and the cold foam.
Whether you're looking for a fun morning coffee, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a new way to upgrade your homemade iced latte, this recipe is an easy one to add to your coffee routine.
Why You'll Love This PB&J Iced Latte
This isn't your everyday iced coffee. The combination of familiar PB&J flavors and coffee makes this latte a fun twist on a classic café drink.
Nostalgic PB&J flavor: Strawberry or raspberry jam adds the fruity sweetness you know and love from a classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
Creamy peanut butter cold foam: Lakanto Peanut Butter Powder creates a rich, fluffy topping that blends beautifully with the coffee underneath.
Easy to make: You can make this peanut butter iced latte in about 10 minutes, making it simple enough for a weekday coffee but special enough for a weekend treat.
Café-inspired at home: Skip the coffee shop and create your own layered iced latte with ingredients you can keep in your kitchen.
What Is a PB&J Iced Latte?
A PB&J iced latte takes the familiar flavors of a peanut butter and jelly sandwich and combines them with cold coffee and milk.
For this recipe, jam is spread inside the glass to create a fruity layer, while a mixture of Lakanto Peanut Butter Powder and water creates a creamy peanut butter layer around the top of the glass. Chilled coffee and milk are then poured over ice before the drink is finished with homemade peanut butter cold foam.
The result is a creamy, coffee-forward drink with sweet berry flavor and plenty of peanut butter in every sip.
Ingredients You'll Need
You only need a few ingredients to make this peanut butter iced latte.
For the peanut butter mixture inside the glass, you'll need Lakanto Peanut Butter Powder and water. Strawberry or raspberry jam provides the jelly component.
For the cold foam, combine cold heavy cream with more Lakanto Peanut Butter Powder. The recipe uses a handheld frother to transform the mixture into a thick, creamy, pourable foam.
Finally, you'll need ice, chilled espresso or strong coffee, and your choice of milk.
How to Make a PB&J Iced Latte
1. Make the Peanut Butter Mixture
Start by combining 2 tablespoons of Lakanto Peanut Butter Powder with 1½ tablespoons of water. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
This creates the peanut butter layer that goes inside the glass and gives the finished drink its signature PB&J flavor.
2. Build the PB&J Layers
Spoon your favorite strawberry or raspberry jam into the bottom of a tall glass. Use the back of a spoon to spread the jam around the inside of the glass.
Next, spread the prepared peanut butter mixture around the inside of the upper portion of the glass. Don't worry about making it perfect—the uneven layers create a fun, café-style presentation.
3. Make the Peanut Butter Cold Foam
Add cold heavy cream and 1 tablespoon of Lakanto Peanut Butter Powder to a small bowl. Whisk until the peanut butter powder is fully incorporated.
Using a handheld frother, froth the mixture for about 20 to 30 seconds, or until the cold foam becomes thick, creamy, and pourable.
4. Assemble Your Iced Latte
Fill the prepared glass with ice. Add your milk of choice, followed by 6 to 8 ounces of chilled espresso or strong coffee.
Finally, spoon or pour the peanut butter cold foam over the top.
Give the latte a gentle stir before drinking so the coffee, peanut butter, and fruity jam come together in every sip.
Tips for the Best Peanut Butter Cold Foam
For the best texture, make sure your heavy cream is thoroughly chilled before frothing. Cold cream will help you achieve a thicker, fluffier foam.
A handheld milk frother is also ideal for this recipe because it allows you to control the texture. Stop frothing once the mixture is thick enough to sit on top of the latte while still being pourable.
You can also adjust the jam based on your preference. Strawberry creates a classic PB&J combination, while raspberry adds a slightly more tart, vibrant flavor.
Customize Your PB&J Coffee
One of the best things about making an iced latte at home is being able to customize it.
Try using your favorite milk, adjusting the amount of jam, or making the coffee stronger if you prefer a bolder flavor. You can also add a little extra peanut butter cold foam for an especially creamy finish.
For an extra-special presentation, drizzle a little peanut butter mixture along the inside of the glass before adding the ice and coffee.
A Fun New Way to Enjoy Your Morning Coffee
If you're a fan of peanut butter and jelly, this PB&J iced latte is a delicious way to bring those familiar flavors into your coffee routine.
The sweet berry jam, creamy peanut butter, bold coffee, and fluffy peanut butter cold foam create a combination that's nostalgic but completely unexpected. And because it comes together in just a few simple steps, you don't need to be a professional barista to make it.
The next time you're craving an iced coffee with a twist, skip the ordinary latte and make yourself a peanut butter iced latte with peanut butter cold foam instead. It's a fun, creamy, café-inspired coffee that's worth making at home.
