Starbucks Cold Foam Topping (Printable)

Velvety cold foam crowns iced beverages for a café-inspired touch. Creamy, light, and easy to make at home.

# Components:

→ Dairy

01 - 1/2 cup nonfat milk
02 - 1 tablespoon heavy cream (optional, for added richness)

→ Sweetener (optional)

03 - 1 to 2 teaspoons simple syrup or vanilla syrup, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Pour the nonfat milk and, if desired, the heavy cream into a chilled tall glass or milk frother.
02 - Incorporate syrup to taste for additional sweetness and flavor.
03 - Froth using a handheld milk frother, blender, or French press on high speed for 20 to 30 seconds until thick, creamy, and doubled in volume.
04 - Spoon cold foam atop your iced coffee, cold brew, or chosen beverage and serve at once.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses only a few simple ingredients you probably already have
  • Ready to use in under five minutes with no cooking required
  • Customizable for different flavored drinks and dietary needs
  • No fancy machines required a French press or affordable milk frother does the trick
02 -
  • Can be made dairy-free with oat or almond milk blends
  • Low calorie and light but still feels decadent
  • Stable enough to hold up on cold drinks for several minutes
03 -
  • Keep your milk and tools very cold for the best results Room temperature milk will not froth as thick
  • Layer the foam gently onto drinks with a big spoon Do not stir or shake afterward for the most impressive visual effect If using a French press go fast but avoid overfilling or it can bubble over
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