Welcome to the world of homemade pumpkin spice bliss! This Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew recipe brings the beloved fall flavor right to your kitchen. Inspired by the popular Starbucks drink, this copycat version combines smooth cold brew coffee with a luscious pumpkin cream foam, creating a perfect balance of rich coffee and autumn spices.
The key to this recipe lies in the quality of your cold brew and the perfect blend of spices in the pumpkin cream. We recommend using a medium-dark roast coffee for your cold brew, coarsely ground and steeped for 12-24 hours. The pumpkin cream is a delightful mixture of real pumpkin puree, warm spices, and a touch of vanilla, whipped to perfection for a silky smooth topping that slowly cascades into your coffee with each sip.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to fall in love with this Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew! Here's why you'll adore this recipe:
- Customizable sweetness: Adjust the sweetness to your liking, making it less sugary than store-bought versions.
- Year-round enjoyment: Savor the flavors of fall any time you want, not just during pumpkin spice season.
- Cost-effective: Save money by making your favorite seasonal drink at home.
- Fresh ingredients: Use real pumpkin and whole spices for an authentic, vibrant flavor.
- Impressive presentation: The layered look of this drink makes it perfect for impressing guests or brightening your Instagram feed.
Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew Starbucks Copycat
Equipment
- Whisk
- Bowl
- Handheld milk frother or immersion blender
- Glasses
- Spoon
Ingredients
- 2 cups cold brew coffee
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, heavy cream, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Using a handheld milk frother or immersion blender, whip the mixture until it becomes light and fluffy, about 1-2 minutes.
- Fill two glasses with ice cubes.
- Pour 1 cup of cold brew coffee over the ice in each glass.
- Gently spoon the pumpkin cream mixture over the top of each cold brew.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew!