Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew (Starbucks Copycat)

Pumpkin cream cold brew is the fall drink of your dreams! Super silky smooth and full of that pumpkin flavor we all know and love, you’ll fall in love with this homemade (and dairy free) pumpkin cream cold brew recipe!

It truly is not pumpkin season until you’ve had your first pumpkin coffee and although it might still be 90 degrees out where you are (it is here for me!), once you take that first sip you could care less about flip-flops and long walks on the beach because suddenly it’s all about boots, cozy sweaters, pumpkin patches, and baking a loaf of pumpkin bread — am I right, or am I right?!

If you follow my on Instagram then you know I’m a fan of pumpkin year round, and especially in the fall. I saw a funny meme the other day that said there are only two seasons. Fall and waiting for fall. I couldn’t agree more!

Pumpkin coffee truly signifies the start of the season, which is why I’m excited to share this pumpkin cream cold brew recipe with you that could truly give Starbucks a run for its money. Made dairy free (theres is not), lower in sugar (theres has 31g) and cheaper (I didn’t calculate cause maths not my thing but I’m assuming here!), I know you’ll love it!

So let’s start at the beginning……

what is pumpkin cream cold brew?

New in 2019, the pumpkin cream cold brew is Starbucks newest addition to the pumpkin spice latte family. They describe it as a “super smooth fall treat” and I’ve got to say I totally agree. The pumpkin cream cold foam is uber silky and super pumpkin-y.

It’s essentially cold brew coffee (ice, with brewed coffee) with vanilla syrup added topped with pumpkin cream cold foam topping which is made from cream and pumpkin spice sauce.

If you haven’t tried it and love all things pumpkin, you simply must but for the days you want to make coffee at home, this recipe is a perfect stand in!

PUMPKIN CREAM COLD BREW INGREDIENTS

• cold brew or iced coffee. Starbucks uses cold brew in the traditional drink but you could totally use iced coffee too. I used Califia Farms
• unsweetened oat milk or other non-dairy or dairy milk of your choice. I used oat milk in this recipe because it has a higher fat content than other non-dairy milks like almond, making it thicker and giving it those silky smooth vibes. I ended up testing this recipe with two different oat milks and it worked well with both.. My very favorite oat milk to use for coffee is this one. I also think this recipe would work really well with this Califia Farms No Sugar Added Better Half. It’s on the thicker side like half & half except dairy free. I haven’t seen it at stores yet, but I usually get it at Whole Foods.
• pumpkin puree. Hopefully you’ve stocked up because if you’re going to make any recipe you see on this blog you’re going to need it! P.s. make sure it’s pumpkin puree and not pumpkin pie mix.
• coconut sugar. I choose to use coconut sugar in this recipe as an alternative to white sugar (what Starbucks uses), but I think it would also maple syrup would work.
• pumpkin spice or cinnamon. Either will work! If you can’t find pumpkin spice you can definitely make your own or use cinnamon.
• vanilla extract. The Starbucks version contains vanilla syrup. I’m lightening things up and adding no sugar by using vanilla extract.
• salt. Trust me on this one you need a pinch of salt to really bring out those crispy fall flavors

equipment needed to make this coffee recipe:

• milk frother – this is the one I have. I use it everyday and love it! This hand-held frother would also work!
• small saucepan
• whisk

how to make pumpkin cream cold brew coffee

1. Make the pumpkin cream cold foam. Combine the ingredients for the pumpkin cream cold foam in a small saucepan. Whisk until combined, remove from heat, transfer to a cup and refrigerate to let cool.
2. Get your cold brew ready. Pour a glass of cold brew or iced coffee.
3. Froth the pumpkin cream cold foam. Add the pumpkin cream to a frother or use a hand- held frother to get it nice and frothy. (a high-speed blender on the highest setting would also work)
4. Put it together and start sipping! Pour the pumpkin cream over the cold brew, top with extra pumpkin spice and enjoy! The cold foam will slightly mix with the coffee.

nutrition of pumpkin cream cold brew

According to Starbucks a grande pumpkin cream cold brew has 250 calories, 12g fat. 31g, carb, 31g of sugar and 3g of protein. Because the sugar is so high, I would definitely put this drink in the treat category vs. an everyday type of drink! My recipe is lower in sugar and calories if you’re looking for a healthier alternative.

Is the pumpkin cream cold brew made dairy-free at Starbucks?!

Unfortunately no, because the pumpkin cream cold brew is made with cream which means it’s not dairy free.

how I order at starbucks

I want to get one thing straight, although I’m a dietitian, I’m not the food police! That said, I don’t think its the worst thing if you want to treat yourself to the real version of this drink a few times during the season, I just don’t think it’s an everyday kinda thing.

Here’s how I would order it if I want something that’s less sweet, and dairy free but still full of pumpkin flavor: tall light pumpkin spice topping with 1 pump of vanilla syrup OR 1/2 pump OR no vanilla syrup OR 1 pump sugar free vanilla syrup.

A grande would have 2-3 pumps of syrup in it, which is way too much in my opinion taste and sugar wise! I think one or half would definitely do the trick if you’re looking for something less sweet.

pumpkin treats to pair with pumpkin coffee

Sip on your pumpkin coffee and enjoy one of these healthier treats all fall long! Whether hitting the pumpkin patch or just talking in the season from your front porch, enjoy the season a little more with these recipes!

• pumpkin snickerdoodle cookies
• better than starbucks pumpkin bread
• pumpkin s’mores bars {GF & DF}
• pumpkin smoothie bowl {GF & DF}
• pumpkin zucchini bread {GF & DF}
• pumpkin zucchini oatmeal cups {GF & DF}
• pumpkin spice overnight oats {GF& DF}

If you’re into pumpkin coffee drinks that taste like all the things we love about fall be sure to check out recipe for a hot pumpkin spice oat milk latte and this video on how I make it.

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more pumpkin recipes you are sure to love

• pumpkin spice oat milk latte {DF}
• pumpkin chickpea blondies {GF & DF}
• pumpkin pie shortbread bars {GF & DF}

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