A glass of iced coffee topped with thick, creamy foam and a sprinkle of cinnamon, with a spoon scooping up some of the foam.

Why you’ll love this dairy free cold foam

Ok, I know. I’m late to the game. It’s not because I don’t care, I just don’t get treat myself to coffee very often, so it took me a while to come around to the idea of cold foam.

I’ve made super-quick cheater versions of this before using just dairy free milk, but this time I’ve added heavy whipping cream alternative to the mix and it makes a world of difference.

Plus, this method allows you to make a sweetened batch that will keep in the fridge for ____. Perfect for quick mornings or having friends over for coffee.

More dairy free coffee recipes: banana bread syrup / iced brown sugar latte / dirty chai latte / gingerbread syrup

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If you’re making dairy free coffee, it gives you option for alternative milk and there are even settings for cold coffee drinks!

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A glass of iced coffee topped with a thick layer of creamy foam and a sprinkle of cinnamon, set on a light surface with a blue and white tiled background.

Ingredient notes:

  • Dairy free milk – Any dairy free milk will work here. We typically use oat or flax milk for stuff like this, but whatever you like is great. Just make sure it’s unsweetened and plain to get the most out of it.
  • Dairy free whipping cream alternative – I don’t use this product a ton, but when I do it really works wonders. We recently started buying the Aldi brand and it’s worked great, but there are quite a few on the market. If you don’t want to use this or can’t find it, make sure you’re using a barista version of your favorite dairy free milk because it will froth better.
  • Simple syrup – This is where you can have the most fun. You can use a basic simple syrup or flavored ones to make your drinks endlessly customizable.

Making changes to a recipe can result in recipe failure. Any substitutions listed are simple changes that I believe will work in this recipe, but results are not guaranteed.

A close-up of a glass filled with frothy, creamy foam on top, sprinkled with ground cinnamon. The drink appears thick and rich, with the cinnamon scattered unevenly across the surface.

Melissa’s tips & tricks

  1. Switch up your flavors! Use some pumpkin spice syrup or gingerbread syrup for a festive holiday treat. Or, try a blueberry syrup for a fruit twist! The possibilities are endless.
  2. Make it ahead of time – Feel free to make a double batch and froth what you need as you go. You really only need about 2 tablespoons will froth up to give you enough for a single coffee.
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A glass of iced coffee topped with thick, creamy foam and a sprinkle of cinnamon, with a spoon scooping up some of the foam.
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Dairy Free Cold Foam

Skip the coffee shop and make your own dairy free cold foam at home. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll have enough to top 4 ice coffee drinks, and this recipe will keep in the fridge for up to a week. It’s the perfect way to top an ice coffee or latte to make it a extra indulgent.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
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Ingredients 

  • ¼ cup unsweetened, plain dairy free milk
  • ¼ cup dairy free heavy whipping cream alternative
  • 2 tablespoons simple syrup

Instructions 

  • Make the cold foam. Combine ingredients in a mixing bowl or glass jar. Using a handheld milk frother, whip the mixture until it has doubled in size.
  • How to serve: Use about 1/4 cup of dairy free cold foam per iced coffee or latte.
  • Storage tips: Store in an airtight container until ready to use. Froth again before using, if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cups, Calories: 74kcal, Carbohydrates: 7g, Protein: 0.1g, Fat: 5g, Sodium: 31mg, Fiber: 0.05g, Sugar: 7g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Hi! I'm Melissa.

I create easy, dairy free recipes because I know how hard living without milk can be. I believe you can live a completely satisfying life without dairy, and I want to teach you how.

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