If you’ve ever wondered how to recreate that velvety creamy cold foam that takes your favorite coffee to the next level at home, you're in the right place! Cold foam has become the star of coffee shops everywhere, adding a smooth texture and rich flavor to iced lattes, iced coffees, and even teas. But did you know you can easily make cold foam in your own kitchen with just a few simple ingredients and tools? We will walk you through everything you need to know to make delicious cold foam at home! Get ready to elevate your coffee game with a smooth topping that will leave you feeling like a barista in your own kitchen!
Creamy Cold Foam Recipe (Makes 1 serving)
Ingredients:
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3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
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1 tablespoon milk
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1 tablespoon maple syrup
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A few drops of vanilla extract
Instructions:
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Put everything in a small, but tall, dish, bowl or cup
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Use a milk frother or a hand mixer to whip ingredients together until it becomes a slightly thicker consistency
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Pour over your favorite drink!
Flavored Cold Foams
You can create lots of different flavored cold foams with just the simple addition of an ingredient or two to the base recipe above!
Chocolate Cold Foam: Add 2 teaspoons of cocoa powder to base recipe
Salted Maple Cold Foam: Add a couple drops of maple extract and a pinch of salt to punch up that maple flavor
Peppermint Cold Foam: Add a couple drops of Peppermint extract or to taste
Orange Cold Foam: Add orange extract to taste
Honey Vanilla Cold Foam: Replace the maple syrup with honey
Pistachio: Add 1 tablespoon of pistachio flavor syrup instead of maple syrup
Strawberry Cold Foam: Blend fresh strawberries and add them to the mixture before mixing
Bonus tip: Adding a dusting of cinnamon, a dash of salt, a scoop of crushed cookies, a drizzle of chocolate, or whatever suits your taste on top of your cold foam topped drink can take it above and beyond!
Now that you know how to make cold foam at home, it's time to get creative! Whether you prefer it sweetened, flavored, or just pure and frothy, you can experiment with different variations to suit your taste. With just a few simple ingredients and tools, you’ll be able to enjoy café-style drinks without ever leaving the house. So go ahead—froth up that cold foam, pour it over your favorite iced drink, and savor the smooth, creamy goodness. Cheers to your new barista skills!
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