Why You’ll Love This Fig & Pecan Iced Coffee

It’s bold. It’s creamy. It’s naturally sweet with a toasty, nutty twist.
This iced coffee is everything your 3 p.m. cravings dream about — without the sugar crash or watered-down last sips.

Instead of drowning your coffee in dairy or syrupy creamers, we’re doing things the JOI way:

• Homemade fig-pecan maple syrup for natural sweetness

• Coffee ice cubes so your brew stays strong

• Fresh JOI Milk for a silky-smooth finish that’s better for your body and the planet

Why This Iced Coffee is Easier Than It Sounds

We know "homemade syrup" sounds like a lot.
But this one is a low-lift, high-reward kind of situation.

Just simmer a few pantry staples (figs, pecans, maple syrup, and water), strain, and you’ve got enough syrup for 1–2 servings. Bonus: it keeps in the fridge for 3 days. In fact, make extra and pour it on your yogurt and ice cream!

And the coffee ice cubes? Game-changer. Brew strong coffee, pour it into an ice cube tray, freeze, and no more watered-down sadness in your glass.

Why We Use JOI (and You Should Too)

This drink isn’t just about flavor — it’s about function, too. That’s where JOI comes in.

Here’s why freshly made JOI Milk is the MVP of this recipe:

• Clean label: No gums, no fillers, no artificial stuff. Just whole-food ingredients.
  
  
• Nutrient-dense: Made from real nuts, grains or seeds — not watered-down white-ish liquid with gums, seed oils and other additives.
  
  
• Gut-friendly: JOI’s blends are free of inflammatory oils and packed with plant-based prebiotics and fiber. Figs, like oats, are a great source of gut-supportive prebiotics and polyphenols — nutrients known to promote a healthy microbiome and support digestion.
  
  
• Sustainable: By using a concentrate, you reduce packaging waste, food waste, and your carbon footprint — just add water and blend only what you need.

Need proof? Research shows that prebiotic fiber, like the kind in JOI's oat and nut bases, feeds beneficial gut bacteria that support digestion, immune health, and even mental wellness.

This iced coffee might taste indulgent, but it’s secretly fueling your day with healthy fats, fiber, and a smooth coffee kick (polyphenols! Learn more here).

What Makes the Syrup Gut-Friendly?

Let’s talk about that fig-pecan syrup — it’s not just delicious, it’s doing something good for your gut too.

Figs are a natural source of prebiotic fiber and polyphenols, both of which help feed beneficial gut bacteria. That's because prebiotics play a key role in supporting digestion, immune function, and even mental wellness.

Paired with pecans — which bring antioxidant power and healthy fats — this syrup goes way beyond basic flavor. It’s sweet, rich, and functional. That’s our kind of upgrade.

Substitutions & Customizations

This recipe is super flexible, so let your mood (or pantry) guide you:

Coffee Ice Cubes

No cold brew? Use leftover hot coffee — just make it stronger than usual before freezing.

Milk Options

This recipe works beautifully with any JOI — from JOI Almond Base, JOI Cashew Base, JOI Oat Milk Powder, or JOI Hazelnut Oat Creamer. Want a protein boost? Stir in a scoop of JOI Soy Milk Powder or JOI Almond Protein Powder for a creamy finish that fuels you longer. Choose your vibe: nutty, creamy, or oat-licious.

Syrup Swaps

No figs? Try dates or prunes for that natural sweetness. Want more of a caramel flavor? Toast the pecans a bit longer and add a dash of vanilla or cinnamon.

Make it a Meal

Add a scoop of JOI almond or soy milk protein powder or collagen for a boost. Or serve with overnight oats made with JOI Milk for the ultimate breakfast duo.

Want to blend it up? Make it a smoothie by tossing in a frozen banana, a handful of ice, a scoop of your favorite protein, and a splash more JOI Milk for a cool, creamy breakfast shake that delivers caffeine, healthy fats, and fiber all in one glass.

Or go spoon-first and make it a smoothie bowl — use less liquid, blend until thick, then top with chopped figs, pecans, a drizzle of syrup, and maybe a sprinkle of granola. It’s a satisfying way to slow down and savor those rich, toasty coffee flavors with a functional food twist.

Other JOI Drinks to Try

If this figgy number is your vibe, here are a few more JOI creations to shake (or stir) up next:

• Hazelnut Vanilla Honey Iced Coffee

• Tahini Date Coffee Shake

• Iced Apple Crisp Shaken Espresso

• Iced Vanilla Oat Milk Latte

Explore more recipes made with JOI: Made With JOI

Final Sip

This Fig & Pecan Iced Coffee isn’t just another TikTok trend. It’s real-deal, real-ingredient iced coffee magic you can make at home — better for your belly, your brain, and the environment.

Make it today. Share it with your coffee-loving crew. And don’t forget to swirl it with JOI for that creamy, dreamy finish.