Peanut Butter Cream Cold Brew
This easy homemade coffee drink combines creamy peanut butter foam with bold cold brew for a nutty, slightly sweet, and ultra-refreshing treat. Perfect for busy mornings, brunch, or whenever you want a coffeehouse-style indulgence at home.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240ml) cold brew coffee (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup (60ml) cream or milk (heavy cream, half-and-half, whole milk, oat or almond milk)
- 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter (natural or regular)
- 1–2 teaspoons sweetener (maple syrup, honey, agave, or simple syrup)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt (optional, especially if using unsalted peanut butter)
- Ice (enough to fill your glass)
- Optional toppings: chopped roasted peanuts, chocolate or caramel sauce, cocoa powder, cinnamon
Instructions
- Chill your serving glass in the freezer while you prepare the other ingredients.
- If making homemade cold brew, strain and refrigerate until cold. You’ll need about 1 cup (240ml) per drink.
- In a jar or small bowl, combine 1/4 cup (60ml) cream or milk, 1 tablespoon peanut butter, 1-2 teaspoons sweetener, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Seal the jar and shake vigorously for 30-45 seconds, or whisk until the mixture thickens and becomes frothy. If using a milk frother, blend until soft peaks form. The cream should be pourable but fluffy.
- Fill your chilled glass to the brim with ice cubes.
- Pour 1 cup (240ml) of cold brew coffee over the ice, leaving about an inch of space at the top for the cream.
- Gently pour or spoon the peanut butter cream on top of your cold brew. Let it trickle down the sides for a layered effect.
- Optionally, garnish with chopped roasted peanuts, a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce, or a dusting of cocoa powder or cinnamon.
- Insert a straw, give a gentle swirl, and enjoy!
Notes
For a thicker foam, use heavy cream; for a lighter version, use milk or plant-based milk. Warm peanut butter slightly if it’s too thick to blend. Adjust sweetness to taste. The peanut butter cream can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days—just shake before using. For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter. If your cream is too thick, thin with a splash of milk; if too thin, add more peanut butter or use higher-fat milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tall glass (about 12-16 oz)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 13
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
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