Description
This Starbucks Protein Cold Foam Copycat recipe recreates the creamy, frothy topping perfect for iced coffee or cold brew at home. Made with heavy cream, half & half, vanilla syrup, and whey protein powder, this protein-infused foam adds a rich texture and subtle sweetness, making your coffee experience both indulgent and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
Cold Foam Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons half & half (or milk + a splash of cream)
- ½ to 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup (or to taste if using sweetened whey protein)
- 2 tablespoons unflavored whey protein powder (or vanilla protein powder if using less syrup)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small cup or frothing pitcher, add the heavy cream, half and half, vanilla syrup, and protein powder to prepare the base for your protein cold foam.
- Froth the Mixture: Use a handheld milk frother for 20–30 seconds, or alternatively, shake the mixture vigorously in a sealed jar until it becomes thick, foamy, and silky in texture.
- Adjust Consistency: If the foam is too thick, add a small splash of half and half and froth again slightly. If it’s too thin, continue frothing for a few more seconds until you reach the desired consistency.
- Serve: Spoon or pour the protein cold foam over your iced coffee or cold brew and enjoy immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use unflavored whey protein powder for a neutral taste or vanilla protein powder for extra flavor.
- Adjust sweetness with vanilla syrup according to your preference.
- The foam is best used fresh; it may deflate if left sitting.
- If you don’t have a milk frother, shaking vigorously in a jar is an effective alternative.
- This topping adds protein to your iced coffee without compromising on creaminess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage Topping
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Starbucks, protein cold foam, iced coffee topping, whey protein foam, cold brew foam, homemade coffee foam
