Starbucks pumpkin cold foam has become one of the most popular seasonal coffee toppings; a light, whipped cream flavored with pumpkin and spice that floats over iced coffee or cold brew. The good news is that you can make it at home in just a few minutes, using real pumpkin and pantry staples.
This homemade version is fresher, cheaper, and customizable. You can control the sweetness, adjust the spice, and enjoy pumpkin cold foam any time of year, not just when it’s on the menu.
Why you’ll love this
- A true Starbucks-style pumpkin cold foam you can make at home
- Quick: just 5 minutes and no cooking needed
- Made with real pumpkin purée, not syrups
- Frothy, creamy topping that makes any iced coffee taste seasonal
Pumpkin Cold Foam
Ingredients
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoon milk any kind
- 2 tablespoon pumpkin purée
- 1–2 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar syrup to taste
- ¼ teaspoon pumpkin spice mix or cinnamon + nutmeg + ginger
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine cream, milk, pumpkin purée, sweetener, pumpkin spice, and vanilla in a small bowl or measuring cup.
- Use a handheld frother or whisk to whip until thick and foamy, about 30–60 seconds.
- Spoon over iced coffee or cold brew.
- Sprinkle with extra pumpkin spice if you like.
Notes
- Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter texture.
- Swap brown sugar for maple syrup or honey for a more natural sweetness.
- Non-dairy versions work well with oat or almond milk; choose barista blends for best foam.
- Chill the milk and cream before frothing for thicker foam.
- Blend for 20–30 seconds until creamy but still pourable; over-blending makes it too stiff.
- Add pumpkin purée after frothing for a layered effect if you prefer visible streaks.
- Keep leftover pumpkin mix (before frothing) in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Froth only when ready to serve for best texture.
- Avoid freezing as the dairy can separate.
- Spoon over iced coffee, cold brew, or even chilled chai lattes.
- Sprinkle with pumpkin spice or cinnamon sugar for a barista-style finish.
- Pair with pumpkin muffins or oatmeal cookies for a cozy fall treat.
- Add a dash of vanilla or caramel syrup for a sweeter twist.
- Mix in a bit of sea salt for salted pumpkin cold foam.
- Try with iced matcha for a green-and-gold seasonal drink.
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FAQs
Is this the same as Starbucks pumpkin cream cold brew?
Yes, Starbucks makes pumpkin cream cold foam and serves it over cold brew. This copycat version gives you the same flavor at home.
What kind of sweetener should I use?
Brown sugar syrup matches Starbucks’ flavor best. Maple syrup or simple syrup are easy substitutes.
Can I make pumpkin cold foam without a frother?
Yes, shake everything in a mason jar until foamy or whisk by hand. A frother just makes it faster.
How long does homemade pumpkin cold foam last?
It’s best served immediately, but you can keep it in the fridge up to 24 hours and re-froth before using.
What’s the best coffee to pair with it?
Cold brew is the closest to Starbucks, but iced coffee or even iced chai also work beautifully.
This pumpkin cold foam tastes just like Starbucks; fresher, creamier, and made your way. Real pumpkin, warm spices, and chilled cream bring that cozy café flavor to home.
If you enjoyed this Pumpkin Cold Foam, try it with my Nankhatai cookies. Their buttery crumble works so well with the creamy pumpkin spice and it makes the whole thing feel like a quiet, cozy moment at home.
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