Blueberry Coffee Cold Foam Latte (Recipe Inside)
Blueberry coffee is all the rage right now and extremely popular among beginners. It’s the sort of drink that makes everyone happy, from the subtle sweetness of the fruit to the way it complements the strength of coffee beans.
But if you want to take this experience to the next level, we highly recommend blueberry cold foam lattes. These iced coffee drinks are topped with a frothy layer of milk or cream (depending on which you want to use), giving you something you can enjoy all summer.
Below, you’ll find a fun and simple recipe for a foamy blueberry iced latte and learn everything you need to know about making this delicious drink.
The Appeal Of Blueberry Coffee Cold Foam Latte
Blueberry cold foam lattes are appealing for several reasons. The main draw is their flavor profile. While hot blueberry coffee works well, cooling the temperature brings out more of the sweetness and freshness of the fruit. Blueberry cold foam lattes work well, just like chilled blueberry desserts and ice creams.
Then there is the visual appeal of these drinks. Blueberry coffee has a unique color profile that instantly makes it a standout drink. It’s one of the most Insta-worthy coffees out there and great for sharing with friends.
Finally, there’s the fact that blueberry cold foam coffees have a summer vibe. People love consuming this fruit from July onwards, so cooling it down and infusing it with a latte coffee fits the season.
Ingredients For Your Blueberry Foam Latte
Here are the ingredients you need for a blueberry-flavored coffee latte recipe:
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½ cup of our blueberry coffee blend
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½ cup of milk (use plant-based barista alternatives if necessary)
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Ice
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¼ cup heavy cream
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Blueberry syrup drizzle for garnish
Method For Blueberry Foam Latte
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Brew the coffee as usual
Use our blueberry beans or pods to brew a strong espresso (as you normally would for any latte). You don’t need to worry about adding any additional ingredients because our blueberry coffee comes pre-infused.
Once brewed, put the espresso in the fridge or leave it on the counter for an hour or so to cool down. Adding hot coffee sometimes works for iced drinks, but it can cause too much of the ice to melt for lattes.
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Make the coffee base
The next step is to make the latte base. For this, combine the ice, cooled espresso, and milk of your choice. Stir the mixture until blended.
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Make the blueberry cold foam
For the cold foam, grab a bowl or a jar, the heavy cream, and something to froth it with (usually a frother or a blender/whisk if you don’t have one). If you are adding blueberry syrup, do so slowly. Be careful to avoid overmixing as this can eliminate air pockets from the foam, making it go flat.
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Put the drink together
Next, put the drink together -- usually the most complicated part.
Pour the latte base into a tall glass and then spoon the blueberry cold foam over the top. If you can use a gas cooking canister to aerate the foam, that’s also helpful.
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Add final garnishes
Lastly, add final garnishes, like a straw and fresh blueberries, and enjoy. Feel free to include extra syrup if you have a sweet tooth.
Tips To Make The Perfect Blueberry Cold Foam
Making the perfect blueberry cold foam can be challenging if you haven’t done it before. That’s why it is a good idea to adopt best practices where you can.
Here’s what we recommend you do if you want to make these types of drinks:
Tip 1: Choose Top-Quality Blueberry Coffee
Our first advice is to choose top-quality blueberry coffee that combines blueberry flavors for you (instead of getting you to add syrups or powders later). These are proper infusions that combine the strength of coffee with the sweetness and tartness of blueberries.
Blackout Coffee offers blueberry-flavor beans and pods, depending on your setup. Otherwise, you’ll need to use blueberry syrup.
Tip 2: Use Frothing Plant Milks
If you don’t want to use real milk, be sure to choose plant milks with frothing agents. Brands market these as “barista-ready” due to their ability to foam quickly and reliably in the frother.
Tip 3: Pre-Prepare And Chill The Foam Cream
To make your cold foam topping stand tall and proud, make it in advance and chill it in the refrigerator. Cooling the foam will make it even sturdier. Just remember to use it within 12 hours before all the air escapes.
Tip 4: Use Syrups
If you want to make your cold foam topping even more decadent, we suggest using syrups. Drizzling these on afterwards can improve the experience massively.
Tip 5: Buy A Frother
Finally, if you don’t already have a bespoke frother for making cold foam coffees, we suggest getting one. These devices are indispensable and save you from spending hours trying to create the same effects with blenders and whisks.
Other Flavored Cold Foam Latte Variations
If blueberry isn’t your thing, there are plenty of other options you could try. For example, you could switch out blueberry for another fruit that goes with coffee, like raspberry or peach, or add some spices to the drink, like cinnamon, to make the flavors even more intense.
Vegans still have plenty of options and can enjoy blueberry cold foam lattes like anyone. Simply use plant milks for the base and then coconut cream for the whipped topping. Just remember to foam it for longer and then keep it in the fridge to set.
Why You Should Make This Drink
At Blackout Coffee, we think this drink is a must-try. It offers a bit of everything, providing you with café vibes while you’re at home. It’s ideal for summer afternoons or with breakfast, and it’s simple to make, only requiring a few steps.
Get blueberry-flavor beans and pods from Blackout Coffee and experience the difference for yourself.
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