Easy Homemade Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew Recipe in 5 Minutes for Perfect Coffee
A quick and easy recipe to make silky vanilla-infused sweet cream that swirls beautifully in cold brew coffee, delivering a creamy, smooth, and subtly sweet coffee experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) cold brew coffee, chilled
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) cold heavy cream
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) cold whole milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 to 2 teaspoons granulated sugar, adjust to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vanilla Sweet Cream: In a small mixing bowl or jar, combine 1/4 cup (60 ml) cold heavy cream, 1/4 cup (60 ml) cold whole milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 to 2 teaspoons granulated sugar depending on your preferred sweetness. Whisk vigorously or use a handheld frother until the mixture is slightly thickened and smooth but not fully whipped, about 1-2 minutes.
- Fill Your Glass: Fill a tall glass about 3/4 full with ice cubes. Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of cold brew coffee over the ice. If the cold brew is too strong or bitter, add a splash of cold water to mellow it out.
- Add the Vanilla Sweet Cream: Slowly pour the prepared vanilla sweet cream over the cold brew. Watch the cream swirl and mix, creating a marbled effect.
- Stir Gently and Serve: Give the drink a gentle stir to combine flavors without losing the creamy texture. Sip immediately.
Notes
Use cold ingredients and tools for best texture. Whisk just until slightly thickened, not fully whipped. Pure vanilla extract is recommended over imitation. Adjust sugar gradually to avoid graininess. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and whole milk with almond or oat milk. Store leftover sweet cream in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days and whisk before reuse.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 12 oz
- Calories: 150180
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Protein: 2
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