Chocolate Cream Cold Brew (Printable)

Cold brew coffee topped with chocolate cream for a rich, sweet and refreshing beverage any time of day.

# What You 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

→ Cold Brew Base

06 - 1 and 1/2 cups cold brew coffee, chilled
07 - Ice cubes

→ Garnish

08 - Chocolate syrup, for drizzling
09 - Shaved chocolate or cocoa powder, for garnish

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, chocolate syrup, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
02 - Whisk or use an electric mixer to whip the mixture until it thickens and forms soft peaks. Avoid overwhipping.
03 - Fill two serving glasses with ice cubes.
04 - Divide cold brew coffee evenly between glasses (3/4 cup per glass).
05 - Gently spoon chocolate cream over each glass of cold brew coffee, allowing it to float.
06 - Drizzle extra chocolate syrup and sprinkle shaved chocolate or cocoa powder over the top if desired.
07 - Present immediately with a straw.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It’s the quickest way to feel pampered without spending extra at a café.
  • The chocolate cream layer is so smooth, it feels like drinking a cloud over coffee.
02 -
  • Overwhipped cream gets grainy, so stop when it’s just holding shape—trust me, I learned after making chocolate butter by accident.
  • Letting the cream sit too long lets it melt into the brew; for the real magic, add the cream right before serving.
03 -
  • Whip cream just before serving so it’s freshest and floats properly.
  • A thin drizzle of chocolate syrup on top adds aroma and a café feel that wows guests.
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