How to Make Your Own Starbucks-Inspired Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew at Home

As fall arrives, so does the pumpkin craze, and Starbucks' pumpkin cream cold brew is a fan favorite. Wellness coach Miriam Hahn’s easy DIY recipe lets you make this autumn classic at home, combining the boldness of cold brew with sweet pumpkin spice flavors and frothy cream.

Skip the Lines: Make Starbucks-Inspired Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew at Home With This Easy Recipe

As the warm summer months fade and the first signs of fall emerge, one thing dominates the collective mind: pumpkin. Starbucks has long been at the forefront of this autumn craze, with its iconic pumpkin spice latte leading the charge. However, the pumpkin cream cold brew has taken the spotlight recently, offering that beloved fall flavor with a less sugary twist. For those looking to embrace cozy autumn vibes without the long Starbucks lines, wellness coach and recipe developer Miriam Hahn has crafted a pumpkin cream cold brew recipe that allows you to recreate the magic of fall in your kitchen.

This homemade version combines the robust taste of cold brew coffee with the sweetness of pumpkin, the warmth of cinnamon and nutmeg, and the richness of frothed cream, all without needing to leave the house. While it does require a bit of planning, allowing time for the cold brew to steep, the recipe is simple and requires minimal equipment—just a coffee grinder and a milk frother.

Create a Starbucks-Style Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew at Home with Simple Ingredients and Steps

To start, gather the necessary ingredients: whole bean coffee (or coarse-ground coffee for cold brew), half and half or heavy cream, pumpkin puree, vanilla syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and water. If you're making a vegan version, canned full-fat coconut milk can be substituted for the cream. You can easily use the leftovers in other autumnal treats like pumpkin cookies or overnight oats with a tablespoon of pumpkin puree. If vanilla syrup isn’t available, a teaspoon of vanilla extract can be used, although the drink will be less sweet.

Here’s how to make your very own pumpkin cream cold brew:

1. Grind the coffee beans: Use a coffee grinder to coarsely grind them, ensuring they are not too delicate for cold brew.
2. Combine coffee and water: Place the coffee in a large container, such as a 32-ounce mason jar, and add water. Stir the mixture well.
3. Steep the coffee: Cover the jar and leave it on the counter for 12 hours to steep.
4. Strain the coffee: Once steeped, strain the coffee through a fine mesh strainer layered with a nut milk bag into a large bowl.
5. Transfer the coffee: Discard the grounds and transfer the strained coffee into a clean mason jar for storage.
6. Prepare the cream mixture: In a tall jar or bowl, mix the cream, vanilla syrup, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
7. Froth the cream: Use an immersion blender or handheld frother to blend the mixture until it's frothy.
8. Serve: Add ice to two glasses and pour six ounces of cold brew into each. Top with the frothed pumpkin cream, and enjoy!

By following this simple recipe, you can savor the essence of fall with a perfectly balanced pumpkin cream cold brew—all from the comfort of your home, per Tasting Table.