Spiced Persimmon Cold Brew with Vanilla Bean Cream

A refreshing cold brew with sweet persimmon and warm spices, topped with creamy vanilla bean

Love cold brew coffee? This spiced persimmon version brings together smooth cold brew coffee with sweet, seasonal persimmons and warming fall spices. The vanilla bean cream adds a luxurious touch that makes every sip special!

This recipe uses a medium-dark roast coffee that's cold brewed for 12 hours, creating a smooth base that pairs perfectly with homemade persimmon syrup. The vanilla bean cream is super easy to whip up, and you can make extra to enjoy throughout the week. Perfect for fall mornings or afternoon pick-me-ups!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This isn't your average cold brew! Here's why you'll love it:

Perfect balance of sweet persimmon and rich coffee
Make-ahead friendly - prep components in advance
Naturally sweetened with fruit
Customizable sweetness level

Spiced Persimmon Cold Brew with Vanilla Bean Cream

A refreshing cold brew with sweet persimmon and warm spices, topped with creamy vanilla bean

Cold Brew Coffee, Persimmon, Vanilla Bean, Spiced Coffee, Fall Coffee, Iced Coffee

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Equipment

Large jar for cold brew
Fine mesh strainer
Coffee filters
Saucepan
Whisk
Serving glasses

Ingredients

1 cup coarse ground medium-dark roast coffee
4 cups filtered water
2 ripe Fuyu persimmons, chopped
1/4 cup honey
1 cinnamon stick
2 star anise pods
1 cup heavy cream
1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
Ice cubes for serving

Instructions

Combine ground coffee with water in a large jar. Stir gently, cover, and refrigerate for 12 hours.
For persimmon syrup: Combine chopped persimmons, honey, cinnamon stick, and star anise with 1/2 cup water in a saucepan. Simmer for 15 minutes, then strain and chill.
Split vanilla bean and scrape seeds. Whisk with heavy cream until soft peaks form.
Strain cold brew through a coffee filter.
In each glass, combine 3/4 cup cold brew with 2-3 tablespoons persimmon syrup and ice.
Top with vanilla bean cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.

Pro Tips

Use ripe, soft Fuyu persimmons for the best flavor
Cold brew your coffee with filtered water for cleanest taste
Split and scrape a whole vanilla bean for the most intense vanilla flavor
Store persimmon syrup in an airtight container for up to 1 week

Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Cholesterol: 41mg, Sodium: 28mg, Potassium: 280mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 18g, Vitamin A: 2890IU, Vitamin C: 12mg, Calcium: 52mg, Iron: 0.4mg

Iced

Healthy

Beverage

Drink

American