Cold Brew Coconut Cream Cooler
A velvety blend of cold brew coffee and creamy coconut milk with a hint of vanilla, chilled to perfection. This cocktails-inspired quick meals (vegan) ready in about 6 minutes brings together cold brew coffee, coconut milk (full fat), vanilla syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 oz cold brew coffee
- 2 oz coconut milk (full fat)
- 0.75 oz vanilla syrup
- as needed ice cubes
- for garnish toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a rocks glass halfway with ice cubes.
- Step 2: Pour 3 oz cold brew coffee into a cocktail shaker.
- Step 3: Add 2 oz full-fat coconut milk and 0.75 oz vanilla syrup to the shaker.
- Step 4: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the mixture is chilled and slightly frothy.
- Step 5: Strain the mixture into the prepared rocks glass over fresh ice cubes.
- Step 6: Garnish with a small pinch of toasted coconut flakes sprinkled evenly on top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cold Brew Coconut Cream Cooler take to make?
Total time is about 6 minutes (6 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Cold Brew Coconut Cream Cooler?
Refrigerate any leftover cold brew coconut cream cooler in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cold Brew Coconut Cream Cooler?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cold Brew Coconut Cream Cooler for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Cold Brew Coconut Cream Cooler vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
