Starbucks-Style Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew

This homemade version uses whole-food, organic ingredients and skips artificial additives for a healthier take on your favorite Starbucks treat.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup organic cold brewed coffee (made by steeping coarsely ground organic coffee in filtered water for at least 16 hours)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 whole medjool date, pitted (or 3 tablespoons maple syrup for a sweeter version)

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Instructions

  1. Place the cold brewed coffee in a blender.
  2. Add the butter and vanilla extract to the blender along with the chopped medjool date (or maple syrup) and blend until well combined and creamy but without any chunks of butter remaining.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a pitcher or container, allowing it to chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight if possible.
  4. Just before serving, pour the cold brew through a fine-mesh strainer into glasses filled with ice to serve.
  5. Garnish with fresh grated nutmeg or vanilla bean seeds (optional) for added texture and aroma.

FAQ

Is this Starbucks-Style Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew gluten-free?

Yes, provided all ingredients used are naturally gluten-free and there's no cross-contamination with other gluten-containing foods.

Can I use regular olive oil instead of butter for richness?

While not specified, using olive oil would change the texture and flavor. Butter is preferred here for its creamy consistency.

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