Caramel Cold Brew
Instructions
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Make the date caramel. In a food processor, blend dates, coconut cream, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
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Decorate the glasses. Use a spoon to spread date caramel inside walls of glass for a layered effect.
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Prepare the cold brew base. In a large pitcher, combine cold brew coffee with Daily Elements and date caramel. Mix well until fully dissolved.
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Assemble the drinks. Fill each decorated glass with ice. Pour in the cold brew mixture.
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Finish with coconut milk. Pour a splash of coconut milk over cold brew.
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Serve. Stir gently before drinking.
Notes & Variations
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Spiced version: Add a pinch of cinnamon or cardamom to the date caramel for a warming note.
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Make-ahead tip: Store extra date caramel in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 5 days. Perfect for multiple coffee rituals. This caramel freezes well in tablespoon portions!
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Habit tip: Prep a batch of cold brew at the start of the week and keep date caramel ready-to-use. Swapping a latte for this functional cold brew saves time, money, and keeps your Daily Elements habit consistent.
Dietitian Notes
Cold brew coffee provides a smoother, less acidic caffeine lift than hot-brewed coffee. Consider using coconut milk or any milk of your choice to add creaminess and medium-chain fats that support satiety. The date caramel offers natural sweetness plus fiber, unlike refined syrups (just make sure to use it in moderation). By incorporating Daily Elements microgreens, this drink delivers concentrated phytonutrients that complement the antioxidant profile of coffee. Not only are you getting your daily dose of caffeine, but you’re also getting natural, clean energy from microgreens!
Sources:
https://getdailyelements.com/products/daily-elements-standard
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0963996921000387
https://nutritionfacts.org/blog/what-about-coconuts-coconut-milk-and-coconut-oil-mcts/