Smooth Cold Brew with Cream (Printable version)

Indulge in smooth cold brew topped with homemade vanilla cream.

# What you need:

→ Cold Brew Coffee

01 - 1/2 cup coarsely ground coffee beans
02 - 2 cups cold filtered water

→ Vanilla Sweet Cream

03 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
04 - 1/4 cup whole milk
05 - 2 tablespoons vanilla syrup (store-bought or homemade)

→ To Serve

06 - Ice cubes

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large jar or French press, combine coffee grounds and cold water. Stir gently to mix. Cover and let steep in the refrigerator for 12-24 hours.
02 - Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or coffee filter into a clean container. Discard the grounds.
03 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, and vanilla syrup until smoothly blended and slightly thickened.
04 - Fill two glasses with ice. Pour cold brew coffee over the ice, filling each glass about 3/4 full. Top with a generous amount of vanilla sweet cream.
05 - Serve immediately, swirling the cream through the coffee.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Once you try this cold brew with vanilla sweet cream, you’ll be hooked on its smoothness and subtle sweetness.
  • This recipe is so easy that you’ll wonder why you didn’t make it sooner, especially with how gratifying it is to prepare at home.
02 -
  • Don’t rush the steeping process; the longer it sits, the richer the flavor.
  • Using fresh coffee beans can drastically change the taste, making it an explosion of flavor rather than just caffeine.
03 -
  • Always remember, patience is key when brewing cold coffee.
  • The quality of your coffee beans will make a significant difference, so choose wisely!
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