Cold Brew Coffee with Sweet Cream (Printable)

Smooth cold brew coffee with creamy vanilla.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 Steps:

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 Hints:

01 -
  • It's an effortless way to enjoy café-quality coffee at home.
  • The homemade vanilla sweet cream takes it to a whole new level of indulgence.
02 -
  • Don’t skip the 12-24 hour steeping; it's crucial for developing that smooth cold brew taste.
  • Adjust vanilla syrup to your preference for sweetness; you can always start small!
03 -
  • Always use coarsely ground coffee for the best flavor and smoothness.
  • Homemade vanilla syrup is simple—just simmer equal parts sugar and water with a splash of vanilla extract!
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