How To Make Starbucks Chocolate Cream Cold Brew

This is the best Starbucks chocolate cream cold brew!

Craving Starbucks chocolate cream cold brew but don’t want to spend $5.69 on it every time? This easy copycat recipe will show you how to make this smooth cold brew coffee topped with a silky chocolate cream foam in the comfort of your own home. 

It is perfect for summer and it combines the most delicious flavors of malted milk powder and cocoa with a refreshing kick from the cold brew.  You can follow the simple steps below to make your favorite Starbucks drink whenever the cravings hit without having to stand in line or worry about this drink being in season!

Why do you need to make this recipe!

• Tastes just like Starbucks: This new drink is the perfect mix of chocolate and coffee with that signature malted milk twist. Trust me, once that first sip hits your taste buds, you won’t be able to tell it was made a thome!
• Cost-effective: Skip the $5+ price tag and make this treat at home for a fraction of the cost!
• Quick and easy: You can whip it up in minutes with simple ingredients you already have in your kitchen. 
• Year-round enjoyment: No need ot wait for Starbucks to bring this drink back because you can now make it anytime you want.  

What does it taste like?

This copycat Starbucks Chocolate Cold Brew delivers the same rich flavor you’d expect from the original drink found on their summer menu minus the steep cost. The cold brew or cold coffee is smooth and slightly sweet, balanced perfectly by the creamy chocolate foam that tastes just like your favorite malted chocolate milkshake or that last bit of melted chocolate ice cream. It’s indulgent, refreshing, and caffeinated.

Ingredients for this Chocolate cream cold brew

Here is what you will need to make this chocolate cream cold brew at home. For exact measurements, scroll down to the recipe card.

• Vanilla Syrup– Store-bought Starbucks syrup, homemade syrup, or your favorite brands works here. You could also use regular simple syrup if you prefer that. 
• Cold-brew coffee– Use pre-made cold brew or make your own. (see the FAQs for instructions on how to do that).
• Heavy cream & milk-  The combo of heavy cream and 2% milk mimics Starbucks’ creamy texture. 
• Cocoa powder–  Use high quality cocoa powder for the best flavor. 
• Malted milk powder– The secret ingredient to add that depth and richness to the cold foam. Checkout malted milk powder benefits here!

How to make Starbucks chocolate cream cold brew.

Follow these instructions to make your own Starbucks- inspired drink:

1. Make the chocolate cream cold foam: Combine the heavy cream, milk, vanilla syrup, cocoa powder, and malted milk powder in a bowl or cup. Froth the mixture with a handheld milk frother until it doubles in volume. 
2. Assemble the coffee drink:  Fill a tall glass with ice (I recommend nugget ice for the best texture, I used the Newair nugget ice maker). Add the cold brew and the vanilla syrup to taste, leaving about an inch of space at the top. 
3. Top and enjoy: Spoon the chocolate cream foam over the cold brew, Snap a picture for instagram (don’t forget to tag me!), stir and enjoy!

Frequently asked questions – FAQ

Pro Tips

• Use Good Ice : For the best flavor, use high-quality ice like nugget ice or whatever fresh tasting ice your prefer!
• Serve Immediately: Cold foam tastes so much better when fresh, plus it  has the best texture as soon as you make it so prepare it right before serving.
• Adjust Sweetness : Play with the vanilla syrup amount to suit your taste, that’s the beauty of making this drink at home!

How do I make cold brew at home?

1. Combine 4oz of coarsely ground coffee with 4 cups of cold water in a pitcher or even in a french press to make your life easier, no fancy equipment needed here. 
2. Cover and steed for 12-24 hours at room temperature. 
3. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth. 
4. Store the cold brew in the fridge for up to a month. 

What is Starbucks cold cream?

It’s a frothed blend of heavy cream, 2% milk, and flavoring (usually vanilla syrup, you can use homemade vanilla syrup if you’d like) that creates a creamy, thick topping for cold drinks. 

How does Starbucks make cold foam?

Starbucks has a special blender that they make their cold foam or cold cream in. To me, it looks like a strong industrial Vitamix but it is small enough to blend and froth a little amount of cold foam every time.

Their formula is heavy cream, 2% milk, and vanilla syrup. Super simple yet super delicious.

How can I make cold foam at home?

Don’t worry! If you don’t have a hand frother, place the sweet cream ingredients in a little mason jar and shake, shake, and shake again until the mixture thickness. Just keep in mind that the sweet cream made with a hand frother is a lot more resemblant to the Starbucks sweet cream.

If you have a smaller blender you can also blend all the ingredients together for 20-30 seconds until thick and creamy as well. Pour that on top of your cold brew and enjoy on a warm summer day!

Can I use chocolate cold foam in other beverages?

Absolutely, that’s the beuaty of being your own barista! This chocolate cold foam goes so well with:

• vanilla iced lattes
• Iced matcha lattes
• Iced espressos

CAN YOU MAKE THIS chocolate CREAM COLD FOAM IN ADVANCE?

Now, I would recommend making this right before you’re ready to enjoy your cold brew coffee so that the foam is at its peak textural consistency.

This recipe has the exact measurement for one drink to make is easier to make just enough to enjoy it. Of course, you can double or triple this recipe if you’re making coffee for a crowd.

Can I make this drink dairy-free and vegan?

Yes, but it won’t be the exact same since you won’t be able to use the cream, milk, or even the malted milk powder. You can use whatever dairy-free milk of choice, think almond milk, oat milk, or even soy milk in place of the regular milk and coconut cream instead of the heavy cream.

To get that malt flavor, you can use a tiny bit of maca powder to mimic that flavor as well.just enough to enjoy it. Of course, you can double or triple this recipe if you’re making coffee for a crowd.

Starbucks Chocolate Cream Cold Brew

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