At Home Latte Recipe
Skip the drive-thru—this cozy homemade latte is smooth, creamy, and ready in 5 minutes. Made with just 3 ingredients and customizable to your taste.
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 135kcal
Ingredients
- ⅞ cup milk (whole, 2%, oat, almond—your choice)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey, or your preferred sweetener)
- 2 ounces espresso (or strong brewed coffee)
- Optional: sprinkle of cinnamon, nutmeg, or cocoa powder for garnish
Instructions
- Heat and froth the milk: Pour the milk into a small saucepan, microwave-safe cup, or frothing pitcher. Add maple syrup. Heat until hot but not boiling (about 150°F). Froth using a steam wand, French press, handheld frother, mason jar, whisk, or blender.
- Brew the coffee: Make 2 ounces of espresso or brew strong coffee using your favorite method.
- Assemble your latte: Pour espresso into your favorite mug. Slowly add the hot frothed milk, holding back the foam with a spoon. Spoon the remaining foam over the top.
- Finish: Garnish with cinnamon, nutmeg, or cocoa if you like. Sip and enjoy!
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Notes
- This recipe makes a 16 oz latte. Halve the ingredients for a smaller 8 oz cup.
- Whole milk creates the creamiest foam, but any milk works.
- Heat milk to around 150°F for best froth results.
- Use cold brew concentrate instead of espresso for a smoother, low-acid option.
- Try different syrups: vanilla, hazelnut, caramel—go wild.
- Want it iced? Just skip heating the milk and pour over ice.
Nutrition
Calories: 135kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 79mg | Potassium: 392mg | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 347IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 246mg | Iron: 0.1mg
