Ice Coffee with Soft Serve Ice Cream 5 Inspiring Ideas for Cafés and Restaurants

Iced coffee with ice cream is both a drink and a dessert in one – a perfect addition to any café or restaurant menu. It’s not just a summer bestseller; it’s a product that sells well all year round. It also lets you serve ice cream outside the peak season, in a more elegant and original form.
All you need to create a few standout variations is high-quality coffee and a premium soft-serve ice cream powder mix.
Here’s a look at which flavours work best in iced coffee and how to turn them into five attractive menu ideas.

Choose premium ice cream for the perfect iced coffee

If you want your iced coffee to impress, opt for premium soft-serve mixes. What does that mean in practice? Look for an ice-cream powder with a simple, natural ingredient list — the fewer unnecessary additives, the better.

For iced coffee, vanilla and cream flavours work best. The key is that the base is made with milk – it gives the coffee a full, creamy character. You’ll find such recipes in the LYKKE range.

5 variations of iced coffee with soft-serve ice cream

Yes, you can serve iced coffee in five completely different versions. A few simple additions are enough to create unique combinations. Every drink can be prepared in a decaf version or enriched with toppings, whipped cream, sauces or nuts..

Iced latte with LYKKE cream ice cream – A classic done to perfection – espresso or cold brew blended with milk and a portion of cream soft-serve. The creamy sweetness softens the intensity of the coffee, creating a velvety, dessert-like drink. The contrast of temperature and texture always impresses guests.

Affogato deluxe – An elegant coffee dessert where hot espresso meets LYKKE vanilla or cream ice cream. The intense bitterness of the coffee complements the creamy sweetness, forming a smooth, harmonious blend. Add pistachio or caramel sauce and a sprinkle of crunchy pistachios to take it to the next level – a perfect choice for true connoisseurs.

Chocolate frappé – A rich drink, with an intense coffee flavour that also doubles as a dessert. Blend chilled coffee, milk and ice cubes, then enrich the base with LYKKE chocolate ice cream. Finish with whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate sauce..

Fruity iced coffee – A refreshing, summery twist on a classic latte. Combine mild coffee with milk, LYKKE strawberry ice cream and a fruity accent such as juice or purée. Add a unique touch with rose-petal honey. It’s eye-catching and perfect for hot days – especially for guests looking for unusual flavour pairings.

Peanut butter mocha with LYKKE ice cream – A thick, creamy iced mocha with a deep coffee-and-chocolate profile and a bold peanut note. You’ll need a double espresso, LYKKE cream ice cream, almond milk, cocoa powder and smooth peanut butter.

Great ice cream makes all the difference

Every ice-cream dessert – including iced coffee – starts with high-quality ice cream. It determines the flavour, texture and overall experience. That’s why, when preparing iced coffee, always choose LYKKE premium mixes. They create soft-serve with a creamy texture and natural taste. Thanks to this, your drink will not only taste exceptional but also look beautifully appetising.