Chocolate Cream Cold Brew (Printable Version)

Velvety chocolate cream tops cold brew for a rich, refreshing beverage that's quick and easy to make.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chocolate Cream

01 - 1/2 cup cold heavy cream
02 - 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup, plus extra for garnish
03 - 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
04 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - Pinch of salt

→ Cold Brew Base

06 - 1 1/2 cups chilled cold brew coffee
07 - Ice cubes

→ Garnish (Optional)

08 - Shaved chocolate or cocoa powder

# How to Make It:

01 - Add heavy cream, chocolate syrup, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt to a mixing bowl.
02 - Whisk or beat the mixture until it thickens to soft peaks, taking care not to overwhip.
03 - Fill two serving glasses with ice cubes.
04 - Pour 3/4 cup of chilled cold brew coffee into each glass.
05 - Gently spoon the whipped chocolate cream over the cold brew coffee in each glass.
06 - Drizzle additional chocolate syrup and sprinkle shaved chocolate or cocoa powder as desired.
07 - Serve immediately with a straw.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The chocolate cream floats on top like a cloud and feels a bit luxurious, but you can whip it up in minutes.
  • I come back to this recipe because every sip mixes silky chocolate with icy coffee, and it never fails to wake up my tastebuds.
02 -
  • If you whip the cream too long, it turns grainy and separates—the difference between smooth and sad is just a few seconds.
  • I discovered that starting with really cold cream and cold brew ensures the layers stay crisp and don't meld too quickly.
03 -
  • Use metal mixing bowls—they keep the cream colder and make whipping easier.
  • Try stirring the chocolate syrup into the cream slowly for more even flavor in every bite.
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