Description
Indulge in a creamy homemade vanilla latte that perfectly blends rich espresso with sweet vanilla and frothy milk—ideal for coffee lovers seeking comfort in every sip!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 shots fresh espresso (approximately 60ml)
- 1 cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1–2 tsp sugar or sweetener (to taste)
- Cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Brew two shots of fresh espresso using an espresso machine or stovetop brewer.
- Heat 1 cup of milk until hot but not boiling; froth it using a frother if available.
- Stir 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract into the brewed espresso.
- Slowly pour the steamed milk over the espresso mixture, creating beautiful swirls.
- Sweeten to taste with sugar or sweetener and sprinkle cinnamon on top if desired.
Notes
- Use high-quality coffee beans for robust flavor.
- Experiment with different types of milk like almond or oat for variations.
- Add flavored syrups such as hazelnut or caramel for extra flair.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Coffeehouse
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latte (240ml)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg