Chocolate Cream Cold Brew (Printable)

Smooth cold brew topped with velvety chocolate cream for a decadent, refreshing beverage.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chocolate Cream

01 - 1/2 cup heavy cream, cold
02 - 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
03 - 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
04 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - Pinch of salt
06 - Extra chocolate syrup, for garnish

→ Cold Brew

07 - 1 and 1/2 cups cold brew coffee, chilled
08 - Ice cubes

→ Optional Garnish

09 - Shaved chocolate or cocoa powder, for garnish

# How-To:

01 - Combine heavy cream, chocolate syrup, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt in a mixing bowl.
02 - Whisk or mix until the cream thickens and forms soft peaks, avoiding overwhipping.
03 - Fill two serving glasses with ice cubes.
04 - Pour 3/4 cup chilled cold brew coffee into each glass.
05 - Gently spoon chocolate cream atop each glass, allowing it to float over the cold brew.
06 - Drizzle with additional chocolate syrup and sprinkle with shaved chocolate or cocoa powder. Serve immediately with a straw.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You can impress anyone with a café-worthy drink at home, and they'll never guess how simple it is.
  • The chocolate cream turns ordinary cold brew into a treat you'll crave even after the last sip.
02 -
  • Once, I overwhipped the cream and ended up with a stiffer topping that wouldn't float—stop early for the best texture.
  • Using ice-cold coffee avoids watery drinks and keeps the chocolate cream distinct.
03 -
  • Let the cream rest in the fridge for five minutes before using for extra fluffiness.
  • A secret splash of almond extract in the cream changes the mood entirely.
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