Indulge in the rich and creamy taste of a homemade caramel latte. Made with a perfect balance of espresso, steamed milk, and a drizzle of sweet caramel sauce, this luscious beverage is a treat for coffee lovers. It's quick and easy to make, bringing the cafe experience right into your kitchen. Sip on a caramel latte in the morning, afternoon, or as a cozy evening drink. Prepare to be delighted with every sip!
Ingredients
- 2 shots of espresso
- 1 cup of milk
- 2 tablespoons of caramel sauce
- 2 teaspoons of sugar
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Extra caramel sauce for drizzling (optional)
Directions
- Brew 2 shots of espresso using a coffee machine or espresso maker.
- In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium-low heat until hot but not boiling. A good tip is to heat the milk until it starts to steam.
- While the milk is heating, pour the caramel sauce into a microwave-safe bowl. Heat the caramel sauce in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds, until warm and easily pourable.
- Once the milk is hot, remove it from the heat and whisk vigorously for about 30 seconds to create foam.
- Pour the foam onto the espresso shots in a large coffee mug.
- Gently pour the hot milk over the foam, holding back the foam with a spoon to let the milk pour in first. This will create layers in your latte.
- Add sugar to the latte and stir until dissolved.
- If desired, top the latte with whipped cream and drizzle with extra caramel sauce.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Caramel latte is a popular coffeehouse drink that originated in the United States.
You can customize your caramel latte by adding different flavors like vanilla or hazelnut syrup.
To make a cold caramel latte, simply pour the espresso and milk over ice and add caramel sauce.