Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew Recipe
This Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew recipe offers a creamy, lightly sweetened coffee beverage that replicates the popular Starbucks drink. Made with a blend of half and half, heavy cream, maple syrup, and vanilla, it pairs perfectly with cold brew coffee and ice for a refreshing, indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Cream Mixture
- 1 cup half and half
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2–4 tbsp maple syrup (use 4 tbsp for a sweeter taste; can substitute vanilla syrup instead)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste (omit if using vanilla syrup)
Cold Brew Coffee
- 1 cup cold brew coffee (homemade or store bought)
- 1 cup ice
- 1/4 cup vanilla sweet cream (prepared from above)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sweet Cream: In a medium bowl, combine half and half, heavy cream, maple syrup (or vanilla syrup), and vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste if using. Gently whisk the mixture until all ingredients are fully incorporated and smooth.
- Store the Sweet Cream: Transfer the prepared sweet cream to a jar with a tight seal. Store it in the refrigerator for later use, ensuring freshness and ease of access.
- Assemble the Cold Brew: Fill a glass with ice cubes, pour in 1 cup of cold brew coffee over the ice, and then top the drink with about 1/4 cup of the vanilla sweet cream. Stir gently if desired and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Adjust maple syrup quantity to your preferred level of sweetness; vanilla syrup can be used as a substitute for added vanilla flavor.
- If using vanilla syrup, omit the vanilla extract or bean paste to avoid overpowering the flavor.
- The prepared vanilla sweet cream can be stored refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 5 days.
- Use high-quality cold brew coffee for the best flavor experience.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute half and half and heavy cream with plant-based alternatives.
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