The creamy, spiced cold foam on this Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew tastes like the coffee shop version. If this is your favorite fall drink, save money by making this Starbucks copycat recipe in your own home.
This post was first shared in September 2020. It was updated and then republished in August 2023.
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Pumpkin Cold Brew
Raise your hand if you love pumpkin spice season. I love getting a Starbucks pumpkin cream cold brew and pumpkin scones when they're available. I usually take multiple trips in the fall to enjoy that fantastic pumpkin spice drink and these pumpkin cream cheese muffins.
The problem with visiting coffee shops all the time is that it can become expensive. So, I wanted to find a way to make and enjoy a pumpkin cold brew at home.
When you find the perfect copycat recipe, there is no reason not to enjoy it all year. This Starbucks matcha green tea recipe and this frozen caramel coffee have been on repeat all summer.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Our easy copycat recipe will show you how to recreate the pumpkin cream cold foam in the comfort of your own home. Say goodbye to long lines and hello to saving money!
- Made with Pumpkin: Our cold coffee drink is made with real pumpkin puree, giving it the best pumpkin flavor.
- Easy to Make: This popular fall drink can be ready in minutes. You can prepare both the cold brew recipe and sweet cream in advance, making it easy to enjoy whenever the craving strikes.
- Sugar-Free and Dairy-Free: The best part about making this drink at home is that you can enjoy it without all the added sugar. Oh, yeah! This pumpkin cream cold brew will save you time, money, and calories!
What is a Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew?
This pumpkin season coffee drink starts with a glass of iced cold brew coffee. It is topped with a pumpkin cream cold foam and dusted with pumpkin spice.
Ingredients Needed
You can make this easily at home with just a few simple ingredients. I've modified the Starbucks version to be sugar-free and dairy-free, which lowers the calories. There's also an option to add cream and sugar if you like.
- Milk: For this drink, use milk or cream that froths well. I like using Silk dairy-free half and half because it is a low-calorie, low-carb, non-dairy milk. You can also use a mixture of heavy cream and 2% milk in place of this.
- Pumpkin Puree: Be sure to buy puree, not pumpkin pie mix. The mix has added spices and sugars.
- Pumpkin Pie Spice: The spices in this will give your drink a fall flavor.
- Sweetener: Monk fruit sweetener in the foam and sugar-free vanilla syrup in the cold brew coffee keep the drink sugar-free. Granulated sugar works, too.
BruCrew Tip: If you love hot coffee, try this Cinderella latte, this pumpkin spice latte, and this pumpkin caramel latte.
How to Make Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew Coffee
To save time, I keep chilled cold brew coffee in the fridge for making pumpkin cream cold foam coffee. If you have time, it's easy to make your own, or you can buy your favorite brand in stores. I like the taste of STŌK and Starbucks cold brew.
- Pour the Silk half-and-half, monk fruit, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice into a mason jar. Stir gently to mix it. Place the lid on and shake slightly.
- Chill the pumpkin cream until you are ready to use it. Be sure to gently shake the jar before using the cream.
- Froth ¼ cup of the cold pumpkin cream using one of the methods described below.
- Add ice to a glass and pour in sugar-free vanilla syrup and cold-brew coffee, leaving room for the cream.
- Pour the frothed pumpkin cream cold foam on top of the iced coffee and enjoy.
How to Froth Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam
You can make cold foam for the pumpkin cream cold brew in several ways. Here are the tools we have found that make it easy.
- Milk Frother - A stand-alone milk frother with both hot and cold options works best. We have the Nespresso one, and I love it.
- Handheld Milk Frother - These are super inexpensive and work well to froth warm or cold milk. Just keep the moving wire whisk under the milk, or it will splatter everywhere.
- Blender - Cover it and pulse the pumpkin cream mixture until it is foamy and thick.
- Jar - Put a lid on it and shake, shake, shake. This option will not produce as much foam, but it works in a pinch.
Storage Recommendations
Store the leftover pumpkin cream in a tightly sealed jar in the refrigerator for 4 to 5 days. Shake the jar gently to mix the ingredients before using the cream.
Tips and Tricks
- Monkfruit worked the best in the Silk half-and-half froth. We tried adding sugar-free syrups or other sweeteners to it, but it didn't froth quite as well.
- Regular half-and-half tastes good, but it is higher in calories and does not froth as well.
- A mixture of heavy cream and 2% milk froths great, but will be higher in fat.
- You can use maple syrup or agave syrup as a substitute for sugar-free vanilla syrup.
- Serve a batch of the best pumpkin chocolate chip cookies with this pumpkin cold brew.
FAQs
If you're making cold brew at home, opt for medium- or dark-roasted, coarsely ground coffee. Let it steep in cold water for 24 hours before filtering.
If you buy it from the store, choose Starbucks or Stok cold brew for the best results.
Yes, this pumpkin cream mixture can be prepared a few days in advance. Please keep it in a tightly sealed jar in the refrigerator until you are ready to make your cold brew.
There are several methods for frothing a cream mixture. The easiest is to use a stand frother or a handheld milk frother. These kitchen tools will give you the best foam for your coffee.
Other Starbucks Copycat Recipes
- Lemon Loaf
- Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
- Salted Caramel Mocha
- Maple Latte
- Starbucks Double Chocolate Brownies
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Recipe
Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew Recipe
The creamy spiced cold foam on this Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew tastes just like the coffee shop version. Save money and time by making this Starbucks copycat at home this fall.
Ingredients
Sugar Free Foam
- 1 cup Silk dairy free half and half (see regular foam in notes below)
- ¼ cup pure pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 4 teaspoons monkfruit sweetener
Cold Brew
- 4 ½ cups unsweetened cold brew coffee
- 5 tablespoons sugar free vanilla syrup
Instructions
Sugar Free Foam
- Add the half and half, pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, and monkfruit to a mason jar. Stir gently until combined.
- Add the lid and shake lightly. Chill until ready to use.
For the Cold Brew
- Shake pumpkin cream gently to mix everything together again. Pour ¼ cup into a milk frother and choose the cold option. You can also use a hand held frothing wand and whisk until foamy and thick.
- Add ice to a cup and pour in ¾ cup of cold brew coffee. Stir in 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup.
- Top coffee with pumpkin cream foam and enjoy right away.
Notes
- For this drink, you want a milk that will froth well. I prefer to use the Silk dairy free half and half. It is very low calorie and low carb, which is why I prefer that over anything else!
- Regular half and half works too, but it will be higher in calories, and does NOT froth as well. A mixture of heavy cream and 2% milk will froth better, but will be higher in fat.
- If you like, you can also use pure maple syrup or agave syrup in place of the sugar free vanilla syrup in the cold brew coffee.
Ingredients For Regular Foam
½ cup heavy whipping cream
½ cup 2% milk
¼ cup pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon pure pumpkin pie spice
4 teaspoons granulated sugar
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 5 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 53Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 35mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 2g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
Chantelle
I've been looking for cold brew, and was hoping you had some recommendations?
Jocelyn
My two favorites are STOK and Starbucks unsweetened cold brew. I hope that helps and you are able to find one of them.
Lori Sherman-Appel
Love all things pumpkin, but I follow a Keto lifestyle & a Diabetic Meal Plan. Can I make this with 1/2 Heavy Whipped Cream 1/2 water instead of half & half?? What are your thoughts? Thanks 🙏 🤩
Jocelyn
I'm not sure how the heavy cream will froth when/if mixed with water. I have made the pumpkin foam with heavy cream as well, and it's just thicker. I hope you enjoy it!
Ally
Out of curiosity, do you use granular or liquid monkfruit?
Jocelyn
I use a granular monkfruit, but liquid would work too if that's what you have already.
Anna
This was such a good recipe thank you!
How long do you think the leftover stays good in the fridge for?
Thanks in advance!
Jocelyn
I'm so glad you enjoyed it. I have made the pumpkin cream and had it in my fridge for 5-6 days, and it was still good.
Chante
This was delicious! So easy and quick to make! Thank you for sharing!
LaWren Scott
How do you just make one?
Jocelyn
Once you make the pumpkin cream, you can just make one coffee at a time. I keep the pumpkin cream in a jar in the fridge. When I want one, I froth 1/4 of the cream and add it to 1 cup of cold brew sweetened with 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup. I hope that helps.
Angela
Hi Jocelyn,
I see that you use the Nespresso frother with sweet stuff. I saw in the instructions that it says to only use milk or a replacement and no syrups because the sweet stuff will ruin the frother. Do you think that is true or just them saying that?
Jocelyn
I can't speak for the company, but I have added syrups and sweeteners for years in mine and have not had any issues. I do rinse and clean it after every use though. That's just my personal experience with this particular frother.