Grabbing a coffee when you’re out and about is always a treat. But honestly there’s nothing more satisfying and luxurious than being able to make something delicious, at home. Today I’m going to share a coffee recipe (ICED COLD BREW WITH HOMEMADE VANILLA SWEET CREAM) that’s become just that for me — a yummy treat that makes me do a happy dance and tastes better than anything I can grab on the go. Add ice cubes made of coffee and all your summer bevvy dreams have come true. Check out the recipe below, and leave a note in the comments (or @raeannkelly) if you try it!

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VANILLA SWEET CREAM COLD BREW

The easiest way to romanticize your life, and daily cup of coffee, is to make this vanilla sweet cream! It does not disappoint!

YOU’LL NEED:

VANILLA SIMPLE SYRUP

1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

VANILLA SWEET CREAM COLD BREW

1-2 tablespoons vanilla syrup (recipe above or use store bought)
1/4 cup half and half
1-2 cups cold brew of choice

HERE’S HOW:

VANILLA SIMPLE SYRUP

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water. Stir until sugar has dissolved. (Make sure not to boil!)
Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes. Stir in vanilla extract.
Store in airtight container for up to one month in the refrigerator.

VANILLA SWEET CREAM COLD BREW

OPTIONAL: Beforehand, pour cold brew into an ice cube tray and freeze.
In a large glass, prepare your cold brew (or coffee) as desired… (hopefully over ice cubes made of coffee :).
In a different glass or jar, whisk together 1-2 tablespoons of vanilla syrup and half and half, with a handheld frother (or use one whisk attachment on a handheld mixer) to desired frothiness. Pour over prepared coffee.
Serve immediately and enjoy!