Creamy Salted Caramel Cold Foam Coffee
A quick and easy homemade iced coffee with a creamy salted caramel cold foam topping, perfect for a refreshing and indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 shots (about 2 fl oz or 60 ml) freshly brewed espresso or strong coffee
- 1/2 cup (4 fl oz or 120 ml) cold whole milk (or oat milk for dairy-free option)
- 2 tablespoons salted caramel sauce
- Ice cubes
- Pinch of sea salt flakes (optional)
- Sweetener of choice (optional, e.g., 1 teaspoon simple syrup or honey)
Instructions
- Brew two shots (about 2 fl oz or 60 ml) of espresso or brew a concentrated 1/2 cup (4 fl oz or 120 ml) of strong coffee. Let it cool slightly.
- Pour 1/2 cup (4 fl oz or 120 ml) of cold whole milk into a milk frother or a jar with a tight lid. Add 2 tablespoons of salted caramel sauce.
- Froth the milk and caramel mixture using a milk frother until it doubles in volume and becomes creamy and thick, or shake vigorously in the jar for 30–60 seconds until foamy.
- Fill a tall glass about three-quarters full with ice cubes.
- Slowly pour the cooled espresso or coffee over the ice, filling the glass about three-quarters full.
- Gently spoon or pour the salted caramel cold foam over the iced coffee, letting it float on top.
- Optionally, sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt flakes on top to enhance the flavor.
- Serve immediately. Stir gently if a uniform flavor is preferred, or sip through the foam for a layered experience.
Notes
Use cold milk for best foam texture. Whole milk creates the richest foam, but oat milk is a good dairy-free alternative. Chill your glass to keep the drink colder longer. Avoid over-shaking milk to prevent separation. Prepare foam fresh for best texture but can be stored up to 24 hours and re-frothed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tall glass (about
- Calories: 150180
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Protein: 4
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