Easy Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew recipe
If you're on the hunt for a refreshing and utterly irresistible cold brew, you've come to the right place. Whether you're a seasoned home barista or just dipping your toes into the world of DIY coffee creations, fear not! This recipe is designed with simplicity in mind, so anyone can enjoy a cafe-quality cup of joy without the hassle.
Servings: coffee
Equipment
- 1 french press optional for method 1
- 1 coffee filter optional for method 2
- 1 cold brew maker optional for method 3
- 1 frother or immersion blender
Ingredients
Cold brew with french press (see post for more methods)
- 1/4 cup ground coffee
- 1 cup filtered water room temperature
Salted cold foam
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream chilled
- 1/4 cup whole milk chilled
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Caramel sauce
- 2 tablespoons caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
Instructions
Cold brew with french press
- Add the ground coffee into the French press. Slowly pour cold, filtered water over the coffee grounds until they are fully immersed.1/4 cup (22.5 g) ground coffee, 1 cup (236.6 ml) filtered water
- Use a spoon to gently stir the coffee and water mixture, ensuring all the grounds are soaked. Place the plunger on top of the French press but do not push it down. Let the mixture steep in the refrigerator for at least 8 to 24 hours.
- After the steeping time is up, slowly press down the plunger to separate the coffee grounds from the liquid. The mesh filter in the French press will keep the grounds at the bottom while allowing the cold brew coffee to be poured out.
Cold foam
- In a bowl or a measuring cup, combine the heavy cream, milk, sugar, vanilla extract and sea salt.1/4 cup (59.1 ml) heavy whipping cream, 1/4 cup (59.1 ml) whole milk, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon (0.3 teaspoon) sea salt
- Grab your handheld milk frother, immersion blender, or French press (yes, the French press can be used for frothing too!) and immerse it into the cream mixture.Turn on your frother or immersion blender and move them in an up-and-down motion to create that fluffy, airy texture. If you're using a French press, simply pump the plunger up and down to froth the cream until reaching desired consistency.
Assemble
- Grab a tall glass, add your caramel sauce and pour your chilled cold brew coffee into it. Leave some space at the top for the creamy foam.Spoon the salted cold foam on top of your cold brew, and top with more salted caramel sauce if desired. Stir and enjoy!2 tablespoons caramel sauce
Notes
Expert tips for making the best Salted Caramel Cold Brew
- Choose quality ingredients: Start with good-quality coarsely ground coffee beans, preferably a medium to dark roast, to enhance the richness of your cold brew.
- Get the ratio right: Experiment with different coffee-to-water ratios to find your perfect strength. A general rule of thumb is 1 cup of coarsely ground coffee to 4 cups of cold water, but feel free to adjust according to your taste preferences.
- Be Patient with Steeping: Allow your cold brew to steep in the refrigerator for at least 8 to 24 hours. This extended steeping time extracts the best flavors and creates a smooth, low-acid brew.
- Chilled milk and cream: For the best frothing results, make sure your heavy cream and milk are chilled before you begin.
