How to Make the Viral Italian Coffee Cream—With Just a Cup!
Apr 28, 2025
4 min(s) read
Love coffee? Love ice cream? Then you're going to love this. We're making the viral Italian coffee cream (Crema al Caffè), and the best part? You only need one tool—a cup with a lid. If you dont have one, check out our range of reusable cups!
This creamy, dreamy coffee treat is somewhere between whipped coffee and soft-serve ice cream, and it takes just minutes to make (plus a little freezer time). Here's how to whip it up at home.
Ingredients:
- 1 shot of cold coffee (espresso works best!)
- 2 teaspoons of sugar
- ½ cup of heavy whipping cream
- A cup with a secure lid
How to Make It:
- Mix the coffee and sugar – Pour your cold coffee into the cup and stir in the sugar until it dissolves.
- Add the cream – Fill your cup halfway with heavy whipping cream.
- Shake like your life depends on it – Screw on the lid and shake vigorously. Keep going until you feel the mixture thicken—you’ll hear the sound change from liquid to a soft, whipped texture.
- Freeze for one hour – Pop your cup in the freezer and let the magic happen.
- Scoop & enjoy – Once set, you’re left with a silky, coffee-infused treat that’s like a quick coffee ice cream.
Pro Tips
☕️ Use espresso for a stronger coffee flavour.
❄️ If you prefer a lighter texture, shake for less time and freeze for just 30 minutes.
???? Top with cocoa powder, chocolate shavings, or a drizzle of caramel for extra indulgence.
Try it out and let us know—are you team coffee cream or team classic gelato? ????✨
