Creamy Homemade Caramel Cold Foam Cold Brew Recipe Easy and Perfect for Summer
A smooth, velvety caramel cold foam layered over bold cold brew coffee, creating a refreshing and creamy summer drink that’s quick and easy to make at home.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) cold brew coffee
- ½ cup (120 ml) milk or milk alternative (whole milk recommended, oat or almond milk for dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon simple syrup or honey (optional, adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes (enough to fill glass about halfway)
Instructions
- Fill a glass about halfway with ice cubes (about ½ cup or 120 grams). Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of cold brew coffee over the ice. Set aside.
- In a small bowl or frothing cup, combine ½ cup (120 ml) milk, 2 tablespoons caramel sauce, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, and sweetener if using. Stir gently until caramel blends into the milk.
- Using a milk frother or handheld electric mixer, froth the mixture until it thickens and doubles in volume, about 1-2 minutes. If using a blender, pulse in short bursts to avoid overheating.
- Slowly spoon or pour the caramel cold foam over the cold brew, letting it float on top to create layers.
- Optionally, drizzle a little extra caramel sauce on top for garnish.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
Use cold milk for better frothing. Avoid over-frothing to prevent grainy texture. Fresh foam is best; store in fridge up to 4 hours and whisk before use. For richer foam, use half-and-half or cream blend. For dairy-free, use oat or almond milk and vegan caramel sauce. Optional flavor twists include cinnamon, nutmeg, or almond extract.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 12 oz
- Calories: 150200
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Protein: 3
Keywords: caramel cold foam, cold brew coffee, summer coffee recipe, creamy cold brew, homemade caramel foam, iced coffee, easy coffee recipe