Smooth Cold Brew with Vanilla Cream (Printable)

A smooth cold brew served 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:

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 -
  • The smoothness of cold brew combined with velvety cream is a game changer.
  • You can whip it up in a flash, and it's impressively versatile for any occasion.
02 -
  • Don’t rush the steeping process; it’s essential for developing the full flavor of the coffee.
  • Experiment with different types of milk or cream for variations that suit your taste.
03 -
  • Making the syrup at home gives you complete control over the flavor.
  • Letting the coffee steep longer yields a bolder flavor without bitterness.
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