Sweet Cream Cold Foam In Just 1 Minute

Name: Sweet Cream Cold Foam In Just 1 Minute
Prep time: 1 min
Total time: 1 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Coffee
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. Heavy Cream; 1/2 Cup Whole Milk; 1 Tsp. Vanilla Extract; 1 Tbsp. Sugar (or sugar free sweetener)

by Brendan Cunningham 117 Comments

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This sweet cream cold foam is a delicious topping for a cold brew, an iced coffee, or really any espresso drink - and it takes just seconds to make! Best of all though is that it tastes just like the Starbucks vanilla sweet cream cold foam, but it might be even better!

A cup of espresso with sweet cream cold foam on top on a gray counter. A hand is pouring the sweet cream cold foam into the cup from a French press.

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THE BEST SWEET CREAM COLD FOAM

Vanilla sweet cream cold foam is one the most popular things to get at Starbucks right now. And if you've ever had it, you know why it's delicious!

But you don't have to go to a coffee shop to enjoy this cold foam treat. This recipe will show you exactly how to make sweet cream cold foam in under a minute with only 4 ingredients!

And honestly, I think making it at home is even better than ordering it out. The sweet cream cold foam turns out perfectly frothy and creamy with a sweet vanilla flavor.

The best part about it is that it tastes incredible in iced coffee, cold brews, or even just espresso!

With that said, one of my favorite things to do lately is to make a big pot of coffee and put it in the fridge to cool off - or buy some cold brew from the store - and then whip up this vanilla sweet cream cold foam to top it off.

Honestly, it's why I've been jumping out of bed in the morning. And, I'm pretty sure, if you make it, you're guaranteed to have a great day!

A glass of iced coffee with sweet cream cold foam on top and a gray counter.

INGREDIENTS

So, to make vanilla sweet cream cold foam, you will only need 4 ingredients.

And they are pretty much staples in every home, so you might have everything you need already!

Anyway, here is what you'll need:

1 Tbsp. Heavy Cream
½ Cup Whole Milk
1 Tsp. Vanilla Extract
1 Tbsp. Sugar (or sugar free sweetener)

Now, if you want your drink to be sweeter, you can add more sugar. Or, if you want it to be less sweet, you can use less.

If you don't want to use sugar, homemade vanilla syrup works great instead. The homemade vanilla syrup really enhances the vanilla notes and takes this sweet cream cold foam to another level. You can make homemade vanilla syrup, or if you don't want to make it, you can buy it online.

Oh, or if you want to make it a sugar free cold foam, just use some stevia, erythritol, monk fruit, or any other sugar free sweetener of your choice! Oh, and if you want another delicious sugar free hot drink, give this sugar free hot chocolate a try.

Sweet cream cold foam ingredients on a gray counter. There is a small cup of vanilla extract, a small bowl of half and half, a small bowl of sugar, a picture of milk, and a French press on a white plate.

HOW TO MAKE SWEET CREAM COLD FOAM

The process of making this sweet cream cold foam could not be any easier, and it seriously takes seconds to make!

Now, you'll need a french press, immersion blender, or electric milk frother if you want it to be frothy, so get one of those out with your ingredients. And you can also make it without the foam if you don't have those - more on that later.

Ok, if you're ready to change the way you drink coffee at home forever, dive into this sweet cream cold foam recipe!

STEP 1: MAKING THE SWEET CREAM COLD FOAM

First, pour the heavy cream, milk, vanilla extract, and sugar into a french press.

Then move the press handle up and down vigorously until it starts to get foamy and has a velvety texture.

If you want to use an electric milk frother or immersion blender, pour all of the ingredients into a jar and give it a shake to combine them. Then mix for about 15-30 seconds until it starts to foam.

A French press filled with sweet cream cold foam on a gray counter. One hand is holding the handle of the French press and the other is holding the top of it.

STEP 2: SERVING

Now that you have the sweet cream cold foam pour it on top of the drink of your choice, like cold brews, iced coffees, or espresso.

Then use a spoon to put all of that creamy foam over the brim of your glass and enjoy this delicious iced drink!

Glass cup of espresso with sweet cream cold foam on top. A hand is spooning some of the cold foam onto the top of it.

FAQS ABOUT THIS SWEET CREAM COLD FOAM RECIPE

What is the difference between sweet cream cold foam and whipped cream?

Sweet cream cold foam has a frothy consistency, and it is pourable, kind of like steamed milk. Whipped cream is super thick and creamy and holds its shape really well.

What is in Starbucks cold foam?

Starbucks cold foam consists of milk (typically any kind you ask for), heavy cream, and vanilla syrup. My cold foam recipe puts a spin on Starbucks by using vanilla extract and sugar to achieve the same results! Or you can use a homemade simple syrup for an even more Starbucks experience.

Can you add sweet cream cold foam to any drink?

Yes, you definitely can add sweet cream cold foam to any drink! The vanilla cream cold foam is delicious when you add it to hot or iced coffees, cappuccinos, lattes, teas, cold brews, and really any kind of drink you want.

A glass cup of espresso and a gray counter. The hand is pouring sweet cream cold foam from the French press into the cup.

Can I make this without the foam?

Yes, you can totally use this recipe as a creamer in any drink you want! It is delicious in hot coffee and even early grey tea - along with iced coffee and cold brew.

To make this without the foam, just simply put all of the ingredients in a jar and shake until combined. Then add the vanilla sweet cream to any drink of your choice.

Can I make it dairy free?

Yes, you can easily make this sweet cream dairy free! Just substitute the milk with any plant based milk of your choice - my favorite is vanilla almond milk - and substitute the heavy cream with full fat coconut cream or any plant based creamers.

And if you're out and want to get a dairy free drink from Starbucks, check out this list of over 50 vegan Starbucks drinks and how to order them!

A gray counter with a glass on it with sweet cream cold foam on top.

WRAPPING IT ALL UP

That is how to make vanilla sweet cream cold foam that tastes like it's from Starbucks!

Honestly, this vanilla sweet cream swirled drink might be even better made fresh at home. And it is way cheaper and quicker than getting it out.

It just has such a terrific flavor and velvety texture that I seriously have not been able to stop making this vanilla sweet cream cold foam. It has become one of my favorite iced coffee drinks, and I have a feeling it will become one of yours too!

Well, I hope you enjoy this sweet cream cold foam as much as I do! If you try it, leave a comment below and let me know what you think, I'd love to hear. And for more recipes, check out our Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube!

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Yield: 1 serving