I absolutely adore this vanilla sweet cream cold foam; blending heavy cream, milk, and vanilla syrup delivers an irresistibly smooth, dreamy topping for my iced coffee moments. With just a handful of ingredients, it effortlessly transforms my coffee routine into a luxe, café-level experience that feels both indulgent and achievable.
I’ve been perfecting this recipe for Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam at home for a while now and I’m excited to share it with you. I usually use 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 1/2 cup of whole milk (or 2% works just fine), and 2 tablespoons of vanilla syrup to create a luxuriously light topping for your iced coffee.
This recipe is a great way to enjoy one of the best at home iced coffee recipes that mimic your favorite café style treat. Using these ingredients helps to create a silky foam with a rich nutritional profile from the milk and cream, giving you a good dose of calcium and vitamins.
I know many of us are always lookin for how to make yummy coffee at home with simple techniques, and this frother recipe is a must-try if you love a smooth, creamy finish on your latte. Enjoy experimenting and adjusting the ratios to suit your taste!
Why I Like this Recipe
I love this recipe because it gives my iced coffee that satisfyingly sweet and creamy vibe. I really dig how easy it is to make at home with only a few ingredients. I appreciate that I can adjust the sweetness by adding extra vanilla syrup if I feel like it. I also enjoy how the foam is light and airy, making every sip a treat.
If you wanna make a delish Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam at home, here’s how I do it. First, I warm up my fridge by chilling the heavy cream, milk, and even a small bowl for about 10 minutes. This makes frothing so much easier later on. Then I pour 1/2 cup of heavy cream into the bowl and add 1/2 cup of milk – I find that whole milk or 2% works best. Next, I stir in 2 tablespoons of vanilla syrup until everything is mixed nicely.
I usually use a hand frother or immersion blender to beat the mixture on medium speed until it turns frothy and light. But if I dont have any special tool, I just throw the mixture into a jar with a tight lid and shake it really hard for about 30 to 45 seconds. I keep an eye on the texture so that it doesn’t get too runny. Finally, I pour the foam gently on top of my iced coffee or any chilled drink of my choice. If I want it even sweeter, I’ll add a little more vanilla syrup and mix it once more. Enjoying this homemade version always makes my day!
Ingredients
- Heavy cream lends velvety texture to the foam.
- It is high in fats but low in protein.
- Heavy cream elevates the drink’s creaminess providing luxurious mouthfeel.
- Milk provides protein, carbohydrates and essential calcium.
- Whole or 2% milk smooths and lightens this blend.
- Milk’s natural sugars balance out the rich fats perfectly.
- Vanilla syrup sweetens the foam with rich vanilla flavor.
- It adds aromatic notes and sugary twist to every sip.
- Its sweetness pairs with the milk to create a harmonious blend.
- These ingredients combine for a cool, sweet cream foam perfect for any coffee treat.
Ingredient Quantities
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2% works best)
- 2 tablespoons vanilla syrup
How to Make this
1. Start by chilling your heavy cream, milk, and a small bowl in the fridge for about 10 minutes, this makes it easier to froth later.
2. In the chilled bowl, pour 1/2 cup of heavy cream.
3. Then add 1/2 cup of milk; using whole milk or 2% works best.
4. Stir in 2 tablespoons of vanilla syrup until it’s well combined with the cream and milk.
5. Use a hand frother, immersion blender, or even a small whisk and beat the mixture on medium speed until it gets frothy and light.
6. If you dont have any frothing tool, try putting the mixture in a jar with a tight lid and shake it really vigorously for around 30-45 seconds.
7. Keep an eye on the texture; you want the mixture light and airy but not too runny.
8. Once you’ve got a nice foam, pour it gently on top of your iced coffee or your favorite chilled beverage.
9. If you prefer a sweeter taste, feel free to add a bit more vanilla syrup and mix again lightly.
10. Enjoy your homemade Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam immediately to get the best texture and flavor!
Equipment Needed
1. A refrigerator to chill your heavy cream, milk, and the small bowl
2. A small bowl that can be chilled for mixing the ingredients
3. Measuring cups for accurately portioning 1/2 cup of heavy cream and 1/2 cup of milk
4. Measuring spoons to measure out 2 tablespoons of vanilla syrup
5. A stirring utensil (like a spoon or spatula) to mix the ingredients
6. A frothing tool such as a hand frother, an immersion blender or a small whisk
7. A jar with a tight lid as an alternative method for frothing if you dont have any frothing tool
FAQ
Sweet Cream Cold Foam Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- For heavy cream, you can use coconut cream or even half and half if you want less of that rich fat taste.
- If you’re out of whole or 2% milk, almond milk or oat milk works just as good and it’s a neat twist.
- Don’t have vanilla syrup? You can whip up your own simple syrup by mixing equal parts water and sugar with a little vanilla extract.
Pro Tips
1. Make sure your heavy cream and milk are super cold before you start. It really helps to get that perfect frothy texture when everything is chilled out.
2. If you dont have a fancy frothing tool, no worries. Just toss the mix in a jar with a tight lid and shake it like you mean it, but always check that the lid is on tight so you dont end up cleaning a mess.
3. When mixing in the vanilla syrup, add it slowly and give it a taste. You can always add a little more if you like it sweeter, but it’s easier to do it gradually so you dont overdo it.
4. Keep an eye on the texture as you froth it. You want it light and airy, so if it starts to look too runny, stop whisking and enjoy your cold foam as is.
Sweet Cream Cold Foam Recipe
My favorite Sweet Cream Cold Foam Recipe
Equipment Needed:
1. A refrigerator to chill your heavy cream, milk, and the small bowl
2. A small bowl that can be chilled for mixing the ingredients
3. Measuring cups for accurately portioning 1/2 cup of heavy cream and 1/2 cup of milk
4. Measuring spoons to measure out 2 tablespoons of vanilla syrup
5. A stirring utensil (like a spoon or spatula) to mix the ingredients
6. A frothing tool such as a hand frother, an immersion blender or a small whisk
7. A jar with a tight lid as an alternative method for frothing if you dont have any frothing tool
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2% works best)
- 2 tablespoons vanilla syrup
Instructions:
1. Start by chilling your heavy cream, milk, and a small bowl in the fridge for about 10 minutes, this makes it easier to froth later.
2. In the chilled bowl, pour 1/2 cup of heavy cream.
3. Then add 1/2 cup of milk; using whole milk or 2% works best.
4. Stir in 2 tablespoons of vanilla syrup until it’s well combined with the cream and milk.
5. Use a hand frother, immersion blender, or even a small whisk and beat the mixture on medium speed until it gets frothy and light.
6. If you dont have any frothing tool, try putting the mixture in a jar with a tight lid and shake it really vigorously for around 30-45 seconds.
7. Keep an eye on the texture; you want the mixture light and airy but not too runny.
8. Once you’ve got a nice foam, pour it gently on top of your iced coffee or your favorite chilled beverage.
9. If you prefer a sweeter taste, feel free to add a bit more vanilla syrup and mix again lightly.
10. Enjoy your homemade Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam immediately to get the best texture and flavor!