Description
Enjoy a rich and creamy homemade vanilla caramel latte with a perfect blend of espresso, caramel sauce, and vanilla syrup, topped with frothy milk and whipped cream for a café-style treat at home.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Latte
- 2 cups milk of choice
- 2 shots espresso or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
- 2 tablespoons caramel sauce plus more for drizzling
- 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Heat the Milk: In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until hot but not boiling, then froth using a milk frother or whisk until slightly foamy.
- Brew Coffee: Brew the espresso shots or strong coffee and pour it evenly into two mugs.
- Mix Syrups: Stir the caramel sauce, vanilla syrup, and sugar (if using) into the coffee until fully dissolved.
- Combine Milk and Coffee: Pour the hot milk evenly over the coffee mixture, holding back the foam with a spoon, then top each latte with the frothy milk foam.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish with a generous dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Use store-bought or homemade caramel sauce based on your preference.
- For an iced version, use cold milk and pour over ice instead of heating.
- Dairy-free milk alternatives like oat or almond milk work well in this recipe.
