Description
Indulge in a homemade vanilla latte that transforms your coffee routine into a delightful experience. This creamy blend of espresso and sweet vanilla is perfect for cozy mornings or as an afternoon pick-me-up. With just a few simple ingredients, you can elevate your coffee game and impress friends with your barista skills. Enjoy it hot or iced, and customize it to your taste for a truly satisfying treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup espresso or strong coffee
- 1 cup milk (whole, almond, or oat)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1–2 tbsp sugar or sweetener (to taste)
Instructions
- Brew your espresso or strong coffee using your preferred method.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk slowly until steam rises—do not boil.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and sugar until fully dissolved.
- Froth the heated milk using a frother or jar until creamy.
- Pour the espresso into a mug and gently add the frothed milk on top. Stir if desired.
- Garnish with whipped cream and sprinkle with cinnamon or cocoa powder before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Coffee
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For a custom flavor, consider adding flavored syrups like caramel or hazelnut. To make it dairy-free, substitute any non-dairy milk of your choice.