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Homemade Maple Sweet Cream Cold Brew: Your Perfect Fall Morning Coffee

Embrace the cozy essence of autumn with a delightful Maple Sweet Cream Cold Brew. This refreshing and creamy beverage is the ideal companion for crisp fall mornings or a satisfying afternoon pick-me-up. By crafting your own cold brew concentrate, you gain the freedom to select your favorite organic coffee, ensuring a personalized and superior taste. Paired with a luscious, easy-to-make maple sweet cream, this drink offers a gourmet coffee shop experience right in your kitchen.

A refreshing Maple Sweet Cream Cold Brew in a glass mug, perfect for fall mornings.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. As always, all opinions are my own.

You’re likely familiar with that delightful creamy cold brew offered by a popular coffee chain, especially the pumpkin-flavored one that becomes a seasonal sensation. While it’s certainly enjoyable, and I admit my love for all things pumpkin, this fall has seen an abundance of pumpkin and apple-infused treats. But what about a flavor that truly elevates these seasonal staples, yet rarely takes center stage?

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The Understated Elegance of Maple

The answer, my friends, is MAPLE. Maple is a truly magical ingredient that has an incredible ability to enhance the flavors of both pumpkin and apple, yet it’s often relegated to a supporting role rather than shining as the main event. It’s time to let maple take center stage, and this recipe does exactly that.

Close-up of the creamy maple sweet cream topping on a cold brew coffee, showcasing the rich texture.

All of that changes with this truly delightful maple sweet cream cold brew, which has quickly become my new obsession. It strikes the perfect balance between robust, strong coffee and a luxuriously sweet, creamy topping that delivers a big, bold punch of authentic maple flavor. It’s a taste of fall without relying on the usual suspects.

Why Choose Homemade Cold Brew?

Making your cold brew at home offers several fantastic advantages. Firstly, it’s incredibly cost-effective compared to daily coffee shop visits. Secondly, you have complete control over the quality of your ingredients. You can choose high-quality organic coffee beans, fresh cream, and pure maple syrup, ensuring a healthier and more flavorful drink. Plus, preparing cold brew concentrate in advance means you’re always just minutes away from a delicious coffee, perfect for busy mornings.

**Pro Tip:** For ultimate convenience and weekly prep, you can easily make a large batch of cold brew concentrate ahead of time. Once it has steeped, simply strain it thoroughly and store it in the refrigerator. This concentrate will stay fresh for up to a week, meaning all you’ll need to do each morning is whip up the fresh maple sweet cream topping and assemble your drink. This simple step can save you valuable time and make your mornings much smoother.

Sourcing the Best Organic Coffee from Sprouts

With National Coffee Day often celebrated around this time of year (October 1st is typically the day!), I headed straight to Sprouts Farmers Market for all the high-quality ingredients needed to create this festive fall beverage. Sprouts boasts an impressive selection of organic coffee options, allowing you to choose a blend that perfectly suits your personal taste preferences. Whether you prefer rich and bold or bright and fruity, there’s an organic coffee waiting for you.

Side view of a Maple Sweet Cream Cold Brew, showing the distinct layers of coffee and cream, garnished with cinnamon.

For this particular recipe, I opted for a straightforward yet flavorful Brazilian organic coffee blend. However, the beauty of Sprouts’ selection means you have countless other options to explore. When choosing your coffee for this maple sweet cream cold brew, I highly recommend a light or medium roast. These roasts tend to have brighter, more nuanced flavor profiles that will beautifully complement and enhance the rich maple notes in the sweet cream topping, rather than overpowering them. A dark roast might be too bold and mask the subtle sweetness of the maple.

While browsing the coffee aisle, be sure to keep an eye out for other enticing organic coffee varieties. I recently spotted a salted caramel blend that I’m incredibly excited to use for my next batch of cold brew concentrate. Imagine the possibilities!

For more ways to use Sprouts organic coffee, check out these coffee cocktails: Irish Coffee | Eggnog Cold Brew Coffee Cocktail

Maple Sweet Cream Cold Brew served in a clear glass, with a light brown, creamy top and cold brew below.

Essential Tools for Your Barista Station

Having the right tools can make all the difference in preparing your homemade maple sweet cream cold brew efficiently and effectively. Here are a few must-haves for this recipe:

**Mason Jars:** These versatile jars are perfect for steeping your cold brew concentrate overnight and then storing it in the refrigerator. Their tight-sealing lids keep your coffee fresh, and their clear glass allows you to easily monitor the steeping process. I typically use two large mason jars to divide my concentrate batch.
**Clear Coffee Mugs:** To fully appreciate the beautiful layers of this drink – the dark cold brew beneath the light, creamy maple topping – I highly recommend using clear coffee mugs like the ones pictured. They enhance the visual appeal, making your homemade creation feel truly special.
**Fine Mesh Strainers:** A crucial tool for achieving a smooth, sediment-free cold brew concentrate. Using a fine mesh strainer (or cheesecloth) ensures that all coffee grounds are removed, leaving you with a clean and delicious base for your drink.
**Electric Milk Frother:** For truly luscious and airy sweet cream, an electric milk frother is an excellent investment. It quickly and effortlessly whips the cream mixture to a perfect, fluffy consistency, often with a cold setting specifically for drinks like this.
**French Wire Whisk and Mixing Bowls:** If you don’t have a frother, a good old-fashioned French wire whisk and a set of stainless steel mixing bowls will do the trick. You’ll need some arm power, but you can still achieve a wonderful texture for your maple sweet cream.

Overhead shot of two Maple Sweet Cream Cold Brews with a bowl of maple sweet cream and ingredients nearby.

Crafting Your Perfect Maple Sweet Cream Cold Brew!

Let’s dive into the simple steps to create this irresistible fall coffee masterpiece. Each component is easy to prepare, and the result is truly rewarding.

Step 1: Make Cold Brew Concentrate

The foundation of any great cold brew is the concentrate. To make it, combine your chosen ground coffee and cold water in a large container. A good starting ratio is 1 ounce of ground coffee to 1 cup of water. I often use two mason jars, putting 2 ounces of coffee and 2 cups of water in each, as they fit perfectly in my refrigerator. Ensure the coffee grounds are fully submerged.

Allow this mixture to steep in the refrigerator overnight, or for a minimum of 12 hours. This long, slow extraction process yields a smooth, less acidic, and naturally sweeter coffee. Once steeped, strain the concentrate using a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove all the grounds. Store the strained concentrate in an airtight container in the refrigerator; it will stay fresh for up to a week.

A glass of Maple Sweet Cream Cold Brew with a swirl of cream, and maple syrup drizzled on top for extra flavor.

Step 2: Make Maple Sweet Cream

This creamy, sweet topping is what truly makes this drink special. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, pure maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of ground nutmeg. Continue whisking until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the mixture is smooth.

For the best results, transfer the mixture to a milk frother. If your frother has a “cold froth” setting, select that and run it until the cream is light, airy, and frothy. If you don’t have a frother, don’t worry! You can achieve a similar texture using a blender. Add about ½ cup of the mixture at a time to your blender and pulse for approximately 15 seconds, or until it becomes fluffy and thick. This method ensures you don’t over-aerate the entire batch at once.

Step 3: Assemble Your Delicious Drink

Now for the best part – bringing it all together! Fill your chosen glass (preferably a clear one to admire the layers) with ice. Add 1 cup of your homemade cold brew concentrate and then dilute it with ¼ cup of cold water. Give it a gentle stir to ensure it’s well mixed.

Finally, generously top your iced coffee with the prepared maple sweet cream. Watch as the creamy topping slowly cascades into the dark coffee, creating a beautiful marbling effect. Serve immediately and enjoy the harmonious blend of robust coffee and sweet, autumnal maple.

This delightful drink pairs wonderfully with a variety of breakfast or brunch items. Try it alongside some chocolate cinnamon overnight oats for a quick and easy morning meal, or enjoy it with fluffy peach pancakes with whipped mint butter for a more indulgent weekend treat. The sweet, spiced notes of the cold brew perfectly complement both savory and sweet breakfast options.

Need some more inspiration for breakfast? Check out my breakfast recipes page!

Maple Sweet Cream Cold Brew

Experience the perfect fall morning with this refreshing and creamy maple sweet cream cold brew. Rich, homemade cold brew is topped with a luscious maple-infused sweet cream, offering a gourmet coffee experience at home.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Additional Time: 12 hours

Total Time: 12 hours 10 minutes

Servings: 4

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equipment

Fine Mesh Strainers
Mason Jars
Electric Milk Frother
French Wire Whisk
Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls

ingredients

Cold Brew Concentrate

4 oz ground coffee of your choice (I used a Brazilian blend from Sprouts)
4 cups cold water

Maple Cream Cold Brew

1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
4 tsp pure maple syrup
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
4 cups cold brew coffee concentrate
1 cup cold water (for dilution)

instructions

Prepare Cold Brew Concentrate: Combine ground coffee and 4 cups of cold water in a large container or two mason jars (2 oz coffee and 2 cups water in each). Stir well to ensure all grounds are submerged. Let steep in the refrigerator overnight, or for a minimum of 12 hours. Once steeped, strain the cold brew through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove all coffee grounds. Store the strained concentrate in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to use.
Make Maple Sweet Cream: In a small bowl, whisk together heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until smooth and well combined. You can store this mixture in the refrigerator until ready to froth and serve.
Assemble Your Coffee: Fill a tall glass with ice. Add 1 cup of the cold brew concentrate and ¼ cup of cold water. Stir gently to combine the coffee and water.
Froth the Cream: Pour the maple sweet cream mixture into an electric frother and use the cold froth setting until it becomes fluffy and thick. If you don’t have a frother, you can add the mixture to a blender, pulsing ½ cup at a time, for about 15 seconds, until it reaches a similar consistency.
Serve: Generously spoon or pour the frothy maple sweet cream over your iced cold brew. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade fall treat!

nutrition

Calories: 291kcal

Cuisine: Fall

Category: Breakfast