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Copycat Starbucks Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew

Learn how to make a Copycat Starbucks Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew at home with cold brew coffee, homemade vanilla sweet cream, and vanilla syrup. This easy iced coffee recipe is creamy, refreshing, and ready in just 5 minutes!
Prep Time10 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Copy Cat, Starbucks

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cold brew coffee
  • 3 tablespoons vanilla syrup divided
  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons 2% milk
  • 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions

Directions

    Step 1: Make the Vanilla Sweet Cream

    • In a small bowl, measuring cup, or mason jar, combine the heavy cream, 2% milk, and 1 tablespoon of the vanilla syrup.
    • Whisk everything together until smooth and fully combined. The mixture should remain pourable rather than whipped.

    Step 2: Sweeten the Cold Brew

    • Pour the cold brew coffee into a tall serving glass.
    • Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vanilla syrup and stir until the syrup is completely blended into the coffee.

    Step 3: Add Ice

    • Fill the glass with ice cubes, leaving a little room at the top for the sweet cream.

    Step 4: Finish the Drink

    • Slowly pour the vanilla sweet cream over the cold brew.
    • As it flows through the coffee, you'll get the beautiful creamy swirl that's made this Starbucks drink so famous.
    • Give it a gentle stir before drinking, or enjoy watching the cream naturally mix into the coffee.

      • Tips for the Best Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew

      Use quality cold brew. A smooth cold brew concentrate or homemade cold brew produces the closest Starbucks flavor.
      Don't whip the cream. The sweet cream should be silky and pour easily over the coffee.
      Use real vanilla syrup. A quality vanilla syrup gives the drink its signature sweetness and flavor.
      Serve immediately for the freshest taste and prettiest presentation.