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Skip the daily trip to Starbucks and save money by making this delicious Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew at home. It’s incredibly easy to prepare, and you can even make a big batch of vanilla sweet cream to enjoy all week long. Here’s how you can create this simple and refreshing coffee treat.

Ingredients:

Cold Brew:

• 16 ounces unsweetened cold brew
• Ice cubes

Vanilla Sweet Cream:

• 1 tablespoon Torani Vanilla Syrup
• 2 tablespoons 2% milk
• 3 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions:

1. Make the Vanilla Sweet Cream:
   • In a small cup, combine 1 tablespoon Torani Vanilla Syrup, 2 tablespoons 2% milk, and 3 tablespoons heavy cream.
   • Mix well to combine and set aside.
2. Prepare the Cold Brew:
   • In a separate cup, add in 16 ounces of unsweetened cold brew.
   • Pour the prepared Vanilla Sweet Cream over the cold brew.
   • Add ice cubes to fill the cup.
3. Stir and Enjoy:
   • Stir to combine and enjoy your homemade Starbucks Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew!

Can I Make a Big Batch of Sweet Cream for the Week?

Absolutely! Making a big batch of Vanilla Sweet Cream is a great way to save time in the mornings. Simply store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use it throughout the week.

To make a 7 day batch of Vanilla Sweet Cream, add the following to a large cup:

• 4 ounces Torani Vanilla Syrup
• 10 ounces 2% milk
• 12 ounces heavy cream

Stir to combine, and store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 7 days.

Best Store Bought Cold Brews

• My personal favorite store bought cold brew is the Stok Unsweet Black Cold Brew. It’s not too bold, but still has a pleasant coffee flavor.
• For a stronger, extra bold cold brew that’s very similar to Starbucks cold brew, I like:
  • Wandering Bear Straight Black Cold Brew
  • Stok Extra Bold Cold Brew
  • Stumptown Original Nitro Cold Brew

How to Make Cold Brew at Home:

If you prefer to make your own cold brew at home, this is the process I recommend:

• Add 1 1/2 cups medium roast coffee grounds to a French Press.
• Add 3 cups room temperature water to the French press and gently stir to saturate the grounds.
• Place the plunger on top of the French Press to cover, but don’t plunge down.
• Set the French Press on the counter and let brew for 18 hours.
• After 18 hours, plunge down and pour the cold brew concentrate into a mason jar or a pitcher with a lid.
• This is a concentrate, so I like to do 1 part concentrate to 2 parts cold water (1/2 cup concentrate to 1 cup cold water, or 1 cup concentrate to 2 cups cold water)
• Then add your choice of syrups/sweeteners, milk/cream, and ice!

My favorite grounds to use for at home cold brew are:

• Bizzy Smooth & Sweet Organic Cold Brew Coffee
• Laka Java Sleeping Volcano Organic Cold Brew (get 10% off with code: katerinafaith)

How To Make Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam

To turn your Vanilla Sweet Cream into a cold foam, follow the exact same recipe, just froth the mixture up with a handheld milk frother until the mixture is thick and creamy. Then pour your Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam over your cold brew!

How Would I Make This Dairy-Free?

To make dairy-free Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam, add the following to a cup and mix well:

• 1 tablespoon Torani Vanilla Syrup
• 2 tablespoons plant milk (oat, coconut, cashew, etc)
• 3 tablespoons dairy free heavy cream OR soy milk OR coconut whipping cream

Can I Make Other Flavored Sweet Cream?

Absolutely feel free to make whatever flavored sweet cream you like by simply swapping the Torani Vanilla Syrup for any other Torani syrup! Other flavors I love: Salted Caramel, Toasted Marshmallow, Salted Honey Butter, Irish Cream, Brown Sugar Cinnamon, and Hazelnut!

Also, opt for sugar free syrups for a lower sugar/lower calorie cold brew!

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This Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew is a fantastic way to enjoy a Starbucks favorite without the daily expense. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a creamy, delicious coffee drink right at home. Save money and savor every sip of this easy-to-make cold brew!