Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew (Starbucks Copycat) Recipe
Introduction
This Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew is a delightful Starbucks copycat that combines bold cold brew coffee with a smooth, sweet, and salty caramel cream topping. It’s an easy way to enjoy a cafe-quality drink right at home, perfect for warm days or any time you want a refreshing coffee treat.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cold brew coffee
- 1-2 tbsp vanilla syrup (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 2 tbsp milk (2% recommended)
- 1 tbsp caramel syrup
- 1/8 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a large cup with ice and pour in the cold brew coffee. Add the vanilla syrup and stir well to combine.
- Step 2: In a separate cup, combine the heavy cream, milk, caramel syrup, and salt. Use a hand frother to froth the mixture until it becomes thick and creamy.
- Step 3: Gently pour the salted caramel cold foam over the cold brew coffee. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade salted caramel cream cold brew.
Tips & Variations
- Use flavored syrups like hazelnut or toffee nut to customize your cold brew.
- Substitute almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
- Adjust the amount of salt to suit your taste for a perfect balance of sweet and salty.
- For extra creaminess, chill the cream and milk beforehand.
Storage
Prepare the salted caramel cold foam fresh each time for best texture. Cold brew coffee can be stored in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to 1 week. If storing the coffee, add ice and froth just before serving to maintain freshness and frothiness.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use hot coffee instead of cold brew?
Cold brew has a smoother, less acidic flavor that works best with this recipe, but you can use chilled brewed coffee if needed. Just make sure it’s cold before adding the cream foam.
What if I don’t have a hand frother?
You can vigorously shake the cream mixture in a jar with a tight lid or whisk it by hand, but a hand frother provides the best creamy texture.
PrintSalted Caramel Cream Cold Brew (Starbucks Copycat) Recipe
Enjoy a refreshing and decadent Starbucks copycat Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew made with smooth cold brew coffee, sweet vanilla syrup, and a luscious salted caramel cream topping that’s frothy and rich.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Cold Brew Base
- 8 oz cold brew coffee
- 1–2 tbsp vanilla syrup (adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes (enough to fill a large cup)
Salted Caramel Cream Foam
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 2 tbsp 2% milk
- 1 tbsp caramel syrup
- 1/8 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Cold Brew Base: Pour 8 oz of cold brew coffee into a large cup filled with ice. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of vanilla syrup depending on your preferred sweetness level, then stir well to combine and chill.
- Make the Salted Caramel Foam: In a separate cup, combine 2 tablespoons of heavy cream, 2 tablespoons of 2% milk, 1 tablespoon of caramel syrup, and 1/8 teaspoon of salt. Use a hand frother to froth the mixture vigorously until it becomes thick, creamy, and slightly aerated, forming a dense foam.
- Assemble the Drink: Gently pour the salted caramel cream foam over the prepared cold brew base, creating a layered effect. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of smooth cold brew and rich salted caramel foam.
Notes
- Adjust vanilla syrup amount to customize sweetness.
- You can substitute 2% milk with your preferred milk alternative, but it may affect the foam texture.
- For a stronger salted caramel flavor, drizzle extra caramel syrup on top before serving.
- Using fresh cold brew ensures the best flavor; homemade or store-bought works well.
- A hand frother is ideal for creating the perfect foam, but an electric frother or blender can also be used.
Keywords: Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew, Starbucks copycat, cold brew coffee recipe, salted caramel coffee, iced coffee drink
