Easy Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam Coffee
This easy copycat Starbucks pumpkin cream cold foam coffee is a quick and delicious homemade version of the popular fall drink. Made with simple ingredients like heavy cream, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice, it comes together in under 5 minutes with no special equipment needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) pumpkin puree
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon (12 grams) granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon (0.5 grams) pumpkin pie spice
- 1 pinch salt (about 1/16 teaspoon)
- 1 cup (240 ml) strong cold brew coffee
- Ice cubes (enough to fill glass)
Instructions
- Brew and chill your coffee. If using cold brew, you’re ahead. Otherwise, brew a strong cup of coffee (about 1 cup / 240 ml) and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until cold (about 30 minutes or overnight).
- In a mason jar, combine 2 tablespoons (30 ml) cold heavy cream, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) pumpkin puree, ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon (12 grams) granulated sugar, ¼ teaspoon (0.5 grams) pumpkin pie spice, and a tiny pinch of salt.
- Seal the jar tightly with the lid.
- Shake vigorously for 45 seconds to 1 minute until the mixture doubles in volume and becomes thick and frothy. If still runny, shake another 15-20 seconds.
- Fill a serving glass with a generous handful of ice cubes.
- Slowly pour the chilled coffee over the ice, filling the glass about three-quarters full.
- Using a spoon, gently dollop the pumpkin cream foam over the coffee to create a layered effect.
- Optional: Sprinkle a tiny pinch of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon flakes on top.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Use cold ingredients for best foam. Don’t over-shake (max 90 seconds) or cream may turn to butter. Adjust sweetness to taste. Foam is best fresh but can be stored in fridge for up to 2 hours; re-shake before using. For dairy-free, use full-fat canned coconut cream (chilled). For hot version, spoon foam over hot coffee or espresso.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup cold brew with
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 30
- Fat: 14
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Protein: 2
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