Coconut milk in iced coffee
I like using coconut milk in my coffee. However, during summer, I like putting ice in my coffee. Some part of the coconut milk clumps up around the ice. This is organic unsweetened, so only coconut and a gum. Is there any method to prevent the clumps yet have it cold? Store in fridge, freezer, blend, add some additional stabilizing ingredient?
Best Answer
This is a common problem with coconut milk in cooler drinks, most commonly coffee. Coconut milk is approximately 25% fats (Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coconut_milk) which will coagulate in cooler temperatures or exposed to ice. You're essentially cooling the coconut milk fats with ice past their solidification state which is causing the lumps.
You can try using coconut creamers that are specifically designed for coffee since in my experience they do not clump with iced coffee. Or, there are other milks like almond that don't have as much fat content to solidify in cooler temperatures.
Another note, a lot of people seem to have this problem with iced coffee and coconut milk on forums and seem to swear by using a blender to blend the chunks away. Supposedly, this will keep the chunks from returning.
Example of others with the same issue: https://forum.whole30.com/topic/36315-lumpy-coffee-with-coconut-milk/
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Does coconut milk taste good in iced coffee?
It has taken me a while to get around to it, but I surprised my family recently with this Coconut Iced Coffee. It's maybe not as sweet and indulgent as the holiday version, but it's a real treat to sip upon when it's too hot for a regular coffee or cup of tea.Does coconut milk curdle in iced coffee?
Be prepared for it to taste like coconuts. The taste isn't as strong as eating a coconut, but it is stronger than the light flavor of coconut water. And there is a risk of coconut milk curdling in your coffee. If you're drinking highly acidic coffee, try letting it cool for a minute before you add the coconut milk.Can you use coconut milk in coffee?
Well, the answer is, yes, you can pour some coconut milk in your coffee to make it healthy and creamy. In fact, Nutritionist Aimee McNew suggests using it as part of your paleo diet. The creaminess of coconut milk is a great creamer for black coffee. If you want it extra sweet, you can add some maple syrup.How do you make coconut milk iced coffee?
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Ive done it with butter and it must be whisked very well before cooling.
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