Cherry Vanilla Iced Coffee

Ingredients

For the cherry vanilla simple syrup:

• 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries (If it’s cherry season, I definitely recommend using fresh cherries, but frozen work just as well!)

• 1 cup water

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 tbsp vanilla extract (or measure with your heart!)

For the iced coffee:

• Ice

• 2 shots espresso

• 3/4 cup milk

• 1/2-1 oz cherry vanilla simple syrup

Instructions

1. Add the cherries, water, sugar, and vanilla extract to a saucepan over medium heat.

2. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. As the cherries soften, mash them with the back of a spoon to release all that flavor.

4. Once finished, strain the mixture into a jar or container.

5. Fill a glass with ice, add the espresso, milk, and 1/2-1 ounce of the cherry vanilla simple syrup.

6. Stir well and enjoy!