Description
Indulge in the warmth of this creamy vanilla latte, a delightful blend of espresso and sweet vanilla that transforms your morning routine into a cozy café experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients:
- 2 shots espresso (or 1 cup strong coffee)
- 1 cup milk (whole, almond, or oat)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Sugar or sweetener to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Instructions:
- 1. Brew Your Espresso: Brew two shots of espresso using your espresso machine or stovetop method. If using coffee, brew about 1 cup of strong coffee.
- 2. Heat and Froth Your Milk: In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling. Use a frother to create foam.
- 3. Mix in Vanilla: Stir in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract and sugar to taste into the frothed milk.
- 4. Combine Espresso and Milk: Pour the brewed espresso into your favorite mug, then slowly add the frothed milk over it.
- 5. Add Finishing Touches: Sprinkle cocoa powder or cinnamon on top for extra flavor if desired.
- 6. Serve and Enjoy: Take that first sip and savor your homemade café-style vanilla latte!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Coffee
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latte (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg