You don't need to go wait in a long line to enjoy a velvety, cascading glass of vanilla sweet cream cold brew. In fact, with a good batch of home-brewed cold coffee and a few staples from your fridge, you can make this fan fav on your very own kitchen counter.
To give you that rich, dense cloud texture that slowly cascades into your coffee like silk, we use a custom ratio of heavy whipping cream and whole milk, sweetened with classic Torani Vanilla Syrup. It delivers that exact café-quality flavor and sweetness in one easy pour, skipping the hassle of making your own syrups from scratch. When layered over a smooth cold brew base (like our Single Origin Colombia, PNG, or Dilworth Espresso Blend), the result is nothing short of magic, my friends.
Here is our signature, craft-focused recipe for how to make sweet cream cold brew at home—sans the drive-thru.
Here's What You Need
We recommend batching the cold foam, so it's a quick prep for your mornings! It lasts up to 5 day in the fridge (you might just have to give it a quick shake).
- 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/4 cup Whole Milk
- 2-3 tablespoons Torani Vanilla Syrup
- Cold Brew (Try using our Colombia, PNG, or Dilworth Espresso Blend)
- Ice Cubes
The Recipe: Dilworth's Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew
1. In a small pitcher or mason jar, combine the heavy whipping cream, whole milk, and Torani Vanilla syrup. Whisk vigorously for about 30 seconds. If you have an immersion blender, feel free to use that instead.
Note: You are not trying to make whipped cream here. you just want to incorporate the ingredients until the mixture is slightly aerated and thick enough to cot the back of a spoon.
2. Fill a tall glass to the brim with ice. Pour your cold brew over the ice, leaving about an inch and a half of space at the top of your glass.
3. Gently pour 2-3 tablespoons of your fresh vanilla sweet cream right over the top of the ice. Sit back and watch the cream slowly cascade down the coffee.
4. Find a good seat on the porch and sip to the songs of the summertime birds, man.
Brewing specialty coffee at home isn't about denying yourself a luxury; it's about realizing you can do it just as good yourself. The next time you're craving a sweet, refreshing pick-me-up, stay in your slippers, grab your favorite bottle of Torani, and pour yourself a glass of the good stuff.
Quick Answers for the Home Brewer
How long does homemade sweet cream last in the fridge?
If kept in an airtight container or a sealed mason jar, your homemade vanilla sweet cream will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Just give it a quick shake or stir before using it to re-incorporate the milk and cream.
Can I make this recipe dairy-free?
Absolutely. To mimic the thickness of heavy dairy cream, replace the heavy cream and whole milk with a 2:1 ratio of barista-edition oat milk and full-fat canned coconut cream, then whisk it together with your Torani syrup.
What is the best coffee bean to use for sweet cream cold brew?
You want a coffee bean with low natural acidity and deep, comforting undertones. We highly recommend using a medium roast like our Colombia or PNG, or our signature Dilworth Espresso Blend. The natural chocolate and nutty notes of these beans pair beautifully with the vanilla cream.
