This Lavender Cream Cold Foam is inspired by Starbucks’ popular sweet cream foam but adds a fragrant, floral twist with homemade purple lavender syrup. Pourable, lightly frothed, and delicately sweetened, it’s a luxurious way to elevate your favorite coffee or tea drinks.
What is Cream Cold Foam?
Cream cold foam, sometimes called sweet cream cold foam, is a frothy mixture of heavy cream and milk lightly sweetened with syrup. Cold foam, by comparison, is a lighter, thinner frothed milk without heavy cream. Using a homemade lavender syrup allows you to control both sweetness and floral flavor while giving the cream a natural purple hue.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Easy to make: Once your lavender syrup is ready, frothing cream and milk takes just minutes.
Fragrant: Adjust the lavender intensity to your liking.
Naturally colored: The soft purple comes from the lavender syrup—no artificial dyes needed.
Luxurious: Add a decadent touch to any drink, from espresso to matcha lattes.
Equipment You’ll Need
Handheld electric frother: For frothing the cream and milk mixture.
Mason jar (optional): Secure with a lid and shake if you don’t have a frother.
Ingredients
50 ml heavy whipping cream (36% milkfat), cold
50 ml whole milk
3 tablespoons purple lavender syrup
Tip: Lavender syrup can be found online, at specialty baking stores, or local farmers’ markets.
Instructions
Combine Ingredients: Pour the heavy cream, milk, and lavender syrup into a tall mason jar or cup.
Froth: Use a handheld frother to whip the mixture until slightly foamy and aerated. Avoid overwhipping.
Serve: Pour the lavender cream cold foam over coffee, matcha, chai, or any drink you like.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Stir before using, as separation can occur.
Do not freeze—the texture will change.
Expert Tips & FAQs
Q: What if I overwhipped the foam?
Add a splash of milk and gently swirl to loosen it.
Q: The cream separated—what now?
Stir gently with a spoon. Separation is normal after sitting.
Q: How can I make the color more vibrant?
Depending on your lavender syrup, add a drop of blueberry, blackberry, or black currant juice, or a tiny bit of purple gel food coloring.
How to Use
Lavender cream cold foam pairs beautifully with:
Espresso or latte drinks
Matcha or chai tea
Iced drinks for a springtime touch
Other Lavender Recipes You Might Enjoy
Purple Lavender Simple Syrup
Iced Lavender Oat Latte
Lavender Earl Grey Tea Latte (London Fog)
Iced Honeycomb Lavender Latte
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories: 122 | Carbs: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 17mg | Calcium: 33mg