Sweet Cream Cold Foam

Updated Oct. 11, 2023

Sweet Cream Cold Foam
Julia Gartland for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Samantha Seneviratne.
Total Time
10 minutes
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Rating
4(358)
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This creamy whipped topping, introduced by popular beverage chains Gong Cha and Starbucks in 2014, began trending on social media in early 2023. It comes together rather quickly with three simple ingredients: heavy whipping cream, milk and simple syrup. What sets this recipe apart from a sweetened whipped cream is the addition of cold milk. Bearing a striking resemblance to the topping on iced einspänner and other coffee drinks, or the cheese foam served on top of milk teas, this sweet, fluffy mixture sits atop an iced coffee, a delightful frothy substitute for traditional liquid cream or dairy additions. The recipe lends itself to flavorings: Simply add a drop of vanilla extract, a splash of rose water or ground cinnamon before frothing.

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Ingredients

Yield:2 servings
  • 3tablespoons cold heavy whipping cream
  • 2tablespoons cold milk
  • 1tablespoon simple syrup
  • Iced coffee or cold brew, for serving
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Nutritional analysis per serving (2 servings)

113 calories; 9 grams fat; 5 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 2 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 9 grams carbohydrates; 0 grams dietary fiber; 9 grams sugars; 1 gram protein; 21 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a deep cup or bowl, combine heavy whipping cream, milk and simple syrup.

  2. Step 2

    With a handheld electric milk frother, whisk until almost doubled in volume, about 1 minute. (Alternatively, whisk by hand or with a hand mixer for 3 to 5 minutes or add to a mason jar, cover and shake vigorously for 2 to 3 minutes. These methods will produce a slightly softer, less fluffy foam.)

  3. Step 3

    Pour the cold foam over iced coffee or cold brew.

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I make low fat sugar free sweet foam with just milk and Purecane brand erythritol almost daily for my homemade cold brews. I am currently using a free frother but they are only like ten dollars. I use 4 0z of milk in a glass measuring cup and half a tsp of "sugar" Froth for like 15-30 seconds pulling the frother up to keep the blade at the top just under the surface but still visible adding in the most air possible until it looks like loose whipped cream. Nothing could be simpler.

Use half and half which is a blend of cream and milk. I do it every morning. A simple handheld frother does the trick. I don’t add sweetener but sometimes I add cinnamon or vanilla. A smaller container is key, I use a stainless milk frothing pitcher purchased on Amazon. And for those who are dairy free, I have done this with the “barista” version of oatmilk, several brands make it. It doesn’t hold its foam as long as milk but it still works.

Made this this morning and it’s great. I used the ingredients as written and a small milk frother. Better than Starbucks.

If you dint have simple syrup, you can start with 1/8 teaspoon of vanilla extract and go up to 1/2 teaspoon instead!

how long does this last for? a few hours? a few days? any ideas for stabilizing it?

I followed this recipe exactly as written and it was easy and delicious. Decided to make my own simple syrup using the spiced brown sugar syrup recipe and I can confidently say that I no longer have a need to ever go to Starbucks again.

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