This tangy iced blueberry latte is topped with lemon curd cold foam for a fruity and refreshing summer coffee shop drink! Making a quick batch of homemade blueberry coffee syrup and lemon curd (30 minutes total prep) sets you up for a whole week of coffee-shop-style lattes, though you may use store-bought versions for a more convenient option.

An iced blueberry latte topped with lemon curd cold foam and graham cracker crumbs, served in a tall glass.

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I love going to local coffee shops to see what’s on their seasonal drink menus. There’s so much variety at local spots, and I love seeing what interesting flavor combos they dream up.

Now, I typically don’t go for fruity flavors in my coffee — I’m usually more drawn to nutty, chocolaty, or floral notes. But I couldn’t resist trying the blueberry pie latte at Baguette Magic in Charleston.

Oh my gosh. One sip and I was hooked. It was sweet, tangy perfection. A dessert in a cup. Mind blown. I had to make my own version at home!

It definitely leans more “dessert drink” than the lightly sweetened beverages I usually make myself, but I’m officially obsessed.

With its tangy lemon curd cold foam, this iced blueberry latte SCREAMS summer, and the lemon-blueberry combo is a perfect pairing. Topped with either graham cracker crumbs or the pecan crunch topping from my Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte recipe, it’s like a blueberry pie in a cup.

A photo of ingredients for a blueberry latte, including espresso, milk, cream, blueberry syrup, lemon curd, and graham cracker crumbs.

Blueberry Latte Ingredients

Homemade Blueberry Simple Syrup: It’s easy to make with just frozen blueberries, sugar, and water, simmered in a pot and strained. Frozen blueberries are flash frozen at peak ripeness, and since we want the flavor more than the texture, they’re perfect for making syrup.
Espresso: A blonde roast will mirror the acidity and brightness of the berries and lemon for a more refreshing fruit-forward drink, while a medium roast will add some contrast and balance, making a cozier pie-like latte.
Milk: You can use your go-to milk in this latte, but I love the flavor of oat milk with this latte. My favorite for flavor, creaminess, and affordability is Planet Oat Barista Style Oat Milk. You’ll need a couple extra tablespoons for the cold foam.

Lemon Curd Cold Foam Ingredients

Lemon curd: I make my own lemon curd with this super easy but weird stovetop method. It takes about 25 minutes and you can do it at the same time as you make your blueberry syrup. For a homemade batch, you will need lemons, sugar, butter, and eggs, or you can use storebought lemon curd.
Milk: Typically cold foam uses 2% milk but you can use whatever milk you’re using in the latte, or whatever you have on hand.
Heavy cream: Along with the lemon curd and milk, you’ll need heavy cream to make the cold foam nice and fluffy.
Graham cracker or Pecan Crunch topping: While the blueberry and lemon on their own make a great latte, adding a little topping takes it to the next level and adds a pie-like finish to the drink. I’ve been using the pecan crunch topping from my pecan crunch oatmilk latte recipe on EVERYTHING and it’s great with this recipe, or you can sprinkle a few crumbs of graham cracker on top for a more pie-crust-like flavor.

How to make an iced blueberry latte with lemon curd cold foam

Make the blueberry syrup and lemon curd. You can make these both on the stove at the same time so you can get both done in the same 25 minutes or so! Then, you'll have enough of both to make blueberry pie lattes for the whole week.

Make the latte. Add blueberry syrup and milk to a glass. Brew two shots of espresso and pour it over top. Stir and top with ice.

A step by step collage showing milk and espresso being poured over blueberry syrup in a tall glass.

Note: Typically I like my lattes on the less sweet side. However, I do use a full three tablespoons of syrup in this drink so the blueberry flavor really comes through. It just reads more as a dessert drink!

Froth the cold foam. Add lemon curd, milk, and heavy cream to a small pitcher or bowl and froth with a handheld frother. Alternately, shake them in a jar until fluffy.

Note: This recipe uses slightly more milk in the cold foam ratio than my classic cold foam recipe. Since the lemon curd is thicker than the typical flavored syrup, we need to thin out the cold foam with some extra milk so it stays pourable when frothed!

Pour cold foam on the latte and sprinkle with a topping! Enjoy the heck out of your delicious drink!

A step by step collage showing lemon curd cold foam being frothed, poured over a latte, and garnished with graham cracker crumbs.

Close-up of an iced blueberry latte showing the texture of lemon curd cold foam and crushed graham crackers on top.

Tips & Tricks

Order matters. Pouring hot espresso directly over ice causes it to melt, watering down your drink. Instead, stir your blueberry syrup and milk into the freshly brewed espresso first. This cools the coffee down so that when you add the ice at the end, the drink stays bold and at full potency.
One batch makes a week of lattes. One batch of blueberry syrup will provide enough for 5 lattes, while one batch of homemade lemon curd is enough for 12 servings of cold foam. This means you'll have extra on hand to use on scones, or you can opt to make a half-batch if you prefer not to have leftovers. If you are looking for other ways to use the extra curd, check out these 60+ uses for lemon curd.
Use the equipment you have. No espresso machine? Use my favorite instant espresso, Nescafe Gold. No handheld frother? Shake your cold foam in a jar! Don't let the lack of equipment keep you from enjoying a specialty coffee shop drink at home.

A iced blueberry latte topped with lemon curd cold foam and graham cracker crumbs in a tall glass in front of a bowl of blueberries, lemon curd, and blueberry syrup.

Coffee Shop Pairings for your lemon blueberry latte

We can go classic pastry case here or venture into the savory side of things!

Scones: Try my plain scones, orange cardamom scones, or almond poppy seed scones with for summery flavors that complement the blueberry rather than competing. Best of all, you can spread some of that lemon curd on top since you will have extra!
Three-ingredient Chocolate Croissants: These faux-croissants use puff pastry for a simple version of pain au chocolat.
Ricotta Toast or Avocado Toast: A light and savory option to balance out the sweet drink!

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