Salted Caramel Cold Brew
I whip up this marvel when I’m lounging around my Portland kitchen, pretending to be a barista royalty. The salty-sweet combo is pure magic, especially when I’m feeling a little self-indulgent. One sip of this, and I'm convinced I've unlocked the secret to eternal coffee bliss. And you, dear reader, get to share in this caffeinated decadence. Lucky you!
Ingredients
Cold Brew:
- 1 cup coarsely ground coffee beans
- 4 cups cold filtered water
Salted Caramel Syrup:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
To Finish:
- Ice cubes the more, the merrier
- Extra caramel sauce for drizzling because why not?
Instructions
- Brew the Cold Brew: Mix coarsely ground coffee beans with cold, filtered water in a large jar. Stir, cover, and let it steep in the fridge for 12 hours. Feel free to pretend you're a coffee wizard during this process.
- Strain the Cold Brew: After steeping, strain the coffee through a fine mesh strainer or coffee filter into a clean container. Your cold brew is now ready for some caramel love.
- Make the Salted Caramel Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine granulated sugar and water. Cook over medium heat until the mixture turns a deep amber color. Remove from heat, then carefully whisk in heavy cream. Add sea salt and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and let it cool.
- Assemble the Drink: Fill a glass with ice cubes, pour in your cold brew until it's about two-thirds full, and stir in a generous amount of your salted caramel syrup. Taste and adjust if you’re feeling fancy.
- Garnish (Optional but Recommended): Drizzle extra caramel sauce on top for that Instagram-worthy finish. Sip, enjoy, and revel in your barista brilliance.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving - 1 cup)
- Calories: 110
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 2%
- Magnesium: 2%
- Potassium: 3%
- Vitamin A: 2%