Beverage | Coffee | Creamy | Dairy-Free | Vegan | Vegetarian | 

As the seasons change, so does our craving for comforting, cozy flavors. If you’re a fan of apple desserts, you’re going to love this Iced Apple Crisp Shaken Espresso. It’s the perfect blend of bold espresso, sweet apple brown sugar syrup, and creamy JOI plant milk. Best of all? It’s easy to make at home, saving you a trip to the coffee shop.

Why Make This Recipe?

Sometimes, the best drinks are the ones you craft in your own kitchen. This Shaken Espresso offers everything you want in a dessert-inspired drink – rich, aromatic coffee combined with a sweet and spiced apple syrup that adds warmth to every sip.

Plus, it’s a more affordable and customizable alternative to the drinks you’d buy at your favorite cafe.

Not to mention, if you're using fresh apple juice (the base of our syrup), it's packed with polyphenols and antioxidants. Who doesn’t love a drink that tastes good and offers a little health boost?

Why This Recipe Is So Easy

Making this Apple Espresso is as simple as brewing coffee. The syrup comes together with just a few pantry staples, and the whole process takes under 15 minutes.

The drink itself requires minimal equipment – just a jar with a lid to shake things up. No fancy espresso machine? No problem. A cup of cold brew or strong coffee works perfectly.

Whether you’re hosting friends or need a quick caffeine fix, this recipe fits seamlessly into your busy schedule.

Why Use JOI in This Recipe?

At JOI, we believe that better ingredients make better drinks. That’s why our plant milk concentrates are crafted with clean, whole ingredients. Unlike store-bought plant milks that often contain gums, preservatives, and unnecessary fillers, JOI is pure, simple, and designed to give you full control over what’s in your cup.

Nutrient-Dense and Creamy: JOI's flagship products are made from 100% nuts or oats, meaning you’re getting more protein and healthy fats per serving.  Our creamers are made with purposeful, simple ingredients, such as avocado oil and fiber.

Sustainable and Waste-Free: Our concentrates help reduce packaging waste and food spoilage. You add the water yourself, making only as much milk as you need, cutting down on food waste.

Versatile and Convenient: With JOI, you can whip up plant milk in seconds. Its shelf-stable nature means it’s always ready when you are.

Substitutions and Customizations

One of the best things about this Iced Apple Crisp Shaken Espresso is how adaptable it is to your taste. Here are a few ways to switch things up:

• Milk Alternatives: Any JOI option works well in this recipe. Use JOI Cashew or Hemp for a rich, creamy texture, JOI Oat for a subtly sweet flavor, or JOI Almond for a nutty twist.  We also love the oat creamers, which deliver prebiotic boost, calcium and MCT oil.

• Sweetness Level: Adjust the brown sugar in the syrup to make it more or less sweet.

• Spices: Add a pinch of nutmeg or cloves for even more depth of flavor.

• Decaf Option: Swap out the espresso for decaf coffee if you’re looking for a cozy drink without the buzz.

Other Recipes to Make with JOI

If you love this recipe, there’s a whole world of plant-based drinks, dressings, desserts, soups and sauces you can make with JOI. Here are a few favorites to try:

• Apple Overnight Oats – A seasonal classic, made better with JOI's clean-label plant milk.  Keep it going on the apple train!

• Almond Apple Breakfast Bars – Packed with oats to keep you full, almonds for protein, flax seed for fiber, and apples for their great flavor.

• Pumpkin Fig Smoothie – A delicious, nutritious and energizing way to start your day.

In a Nutshell

With just a few simple ingredients and the versatility of JOI plant milk, this Iced Apple Crisp Shaken Espresso is bound to become a staple in your beverage lineup. Whether you’re sipping it on a brisk morning walk or enjoying it as an afternoon pick-me-up, it’s a drink that delivers comfort and flavor in every sip.