Temperatures are set to rise again across the UK, with southern England potentially reaching 30°C on July 20, according to forecasts. As the heatwave returns, many Brits are seeking refreshing cold drinks. One viral sensation this summer is Blank Street's Iced Blondie Latte, a dessert-inspired seasonal coffee that has taken social media by storm. However, at £4-5 per cup, regular indulgence can be costly. Fortunately, influencer Charlie Hopper has shared a simple recipe to make it at home for a fraction of the price.
The Viral Drink and Its Appeal
The Iced Blondie Latte is designed to capture the taste of a liquid blondie brownie or rich salted butter caramel sweet, explaining its massive popularity. Blank Street's version has become a social media phenomenon, but not everyone has access to a Blank Street café. Charlie Hopper, who has over 27,000 Instagram followers, demonstrated how to recreate the drink at home, calling it "one of the nicest at-home coffees I've ever made."
Step-by-Step Recipe from Charlie Hopper
Charlie used instant coffee for convenience, but noted that a shot from a coffee machine works equally well. She mixed two teaspoons of instant coffee with one teaspoon of brown sugar and a dollop of Biscoff spread. "This is what makes it taste like the Blank Street one," she said. The ingredients were stirred in a mug with hot water until fully combined and silky smooth.
Next, she filled a separate cup with ice and oat milk—specifically Oatly Barista Oat Milk, though any milk works. She then added the coffee-Biscoff mixture. For the vanilla cold foam, Charlie used the same mug to whisk together a small amount of oat milk with a splash of vanilla syrup. "Make sure you have a good handheld milk frother, otherwise you won't get a good whisk," she advised. She also mentioned that several followers recommended replacing oat milk with cream for better froth.
Finally, she poured the vanilla cold foam over the iced coffee, concluding: "You've got yourself the perfect iced blonde latte with vanilla cold foam."
Viewer Reactions and Cost Savings
The post garnered over 1,500 likes, with comments like "I'm going to have to try" and "This looks amazing." One viewer who tried it said, "Just tried this, wow it's so good!" Making the latte at home significantly reduces the cost compared to Blank Street's £4-5 price, offering a budget-friendly alternative for coffee lovers during the heatwave.
