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Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam Iced Coffee: Easy Fall Recipe

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This copycat Starbucks pumpkin cream cold foam iced coffee is a quick and easy fall recipe that tastes better than the original. Made with simple ingredients like cold brew, heavy cream, pumpkin puree, and vanilla syrup, it’s a cozy and delicious treat you can make at home in under 10 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) cold brew coffee
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon (15 g) pumpkin puree
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) vanilla syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • Ice (generous handful)
  • Optional: Cinnamon stick or star anise for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the cold foam base: In a small bowl or jar, combine 3 tablespoons heavy cream, 2 tablespoons whole milk, 1 tablespoon pumpkin puree, 2 tablespoons vanilla syrup, and 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice. Stir briefly with a spoon to break up the pumpkin puree.
  2. Froth until thick and creamy: Using a handheld frother, blend the mixture for 30-45 seconds until it reaches a consistency similar to melted ice cream. If using a French press, pump vigorously for about 1 minute.
  3. Fill your glass with ice: Add a generous handful of ice cubes to a tall 16-ounce glass.
  4. Pour the cold brew: Add 1 cup of cold brew coffee over the ice, leaving about 2 inches of space at the top for the foam.
  5. Top with the cold foam: Gently spoon or pour the pumpkin cream foam over the back of a spoon onto the coffee so it floats.
  6. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle a tiny pinch of pumpkin pie spice on top. Add a cinnamon stick or star anise if desired. Serve immediately with a straw.

Notes

For best results, keep the cream mixture cold before frothing. Do not over-froth (stop at 45 seconds). Use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling. The cold foam is best within 5 minutes of making it. For a dairy-free version, use full-fat canned coconut cream and oat milk.

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