Copycat Starbucks Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam
Make the signature, thick vanilla sweet cream cold foam found at Starbucks using this simple home recipe.
- Prep Time: 2 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 2 min
- Yield: About 3/4 cup foam
- Category: Beverage Topping
- Method: Frothing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup 2% milk
- 2 tablespoons vanilla syrup (use Starbucks brand or a similar quality syrup)
- 1 teaspoon powdered sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
Instructions
- Combine the heavy whipping cream, 2% milk, and vanilla syrup in a tall, narrow container, such as a mason jar or a mixing bowl.
- If using powdered sugar, add it now.
- Use a handheld milk frother to whip the mixture. Start on a low speed, then increase to high speed.
- Whip for 30 to 60 seconds until the mixture thickens significantly and holds soft peaks. Do not over-whip, or it will turn into whipped cream.
- Test the texture; it should be thick enough to sit on top of cold coffee without immediately sinking.
- Spoon the finished cold foam over your favorite iced coffee or cold brew.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, substitute the heavy cream with a full-fat coconut cream (refrigerated overnight) and use oat milk instead of 2% milk.
- A handheld electric frother works best for achieving the correct texture quickly. If you do not have one, you can use a cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Adjust the amount of vanilla syrup to match your preferred sweetness level.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 25
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 13
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 75