Ube Cold Foam

The first sip of coffee topped with creamy, purple ube foam brings an instant smile, transporting you to a cozy café moment. This Ube Cold Foam takes only about 5 minutes to whip up, and the combination of heavy cream and ube gives it a silky texture that perfectly complements your favorite iced coffee. It’s a delightful, colorful twist that elevates your drink experience.

This recipe is perfect for coffee lovers looking to elevate their afternoon brew or impress guests at brunch. Make it on a lazy weekend morning, or prepare a batch ahead of time and store it in the fridge.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• The ube flavor adds a unique twist to traditional cold foam.
• It’s incredibly quick and easy to prepare in just a few minutes.
• The purple color makes your drink visually stunning.
• It pairs beautifully with both cold brew and iced coffee.

What You’ll Need

Here’s what you’ll need to create this delicious ube cold foam.

For the Foam

• 1/4 Cup Heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 Cup Half and half
• 1 Tbsp Ube simple syrup
• 1/2 Tsp Ube extract

Note: Ube simple syrup can be made via boiling ube and sugar with water.

Substitutions & Swaps

• Heavy whipping cream can be replaced with coconut cream.
• Half and half can be swapped with whole milk.
• Ube extract may be substituted with vanilla extract.
• Ube simple syrup can be homemade or purchased.

How to Make It

Start by creating a delicious ube foam to top off your drink.

Add Ingredients

In an airtight or mason jar, add your heavy whipping cream, half and half, ube simple syrup, and ube extract.

Shake the Mixture

Close the lid tightly and shake the jar vigorously until the mixture thickens (this should take about 1-2 minutes).

Prepare Your Glass

Get a tall glass and fill it with ice, then pour in your favorite cold brew or iced coffee.

Pour the Foam

Spoon the ube cold foam on top of your iced coffee, creating a beautiful layered effect. Serve immediately and enjoy!

How to Store It

Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Freezer: No; it can change texture.
Reheat: Not applicable; served cold only.

Tips for Best Results

• Use cold ingredients to enhance the foam’s texture.
• Shake longer if you prefer a thicker consistency.
• Adjust ube simple syrup to taste for sweetness.
• Serve immediately for the best flavor experience.

Serving Suggestions

• Pair it with a slice of ube cheesecake for a dessert experience.
• Enjoy it alongside a breakfast burrito for brunch.
• Serve as a refreshing afternoon treat on hot days.