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Experience pure coffee joy with the Caramel Latte! Delight in the perfect harmony of rich espresso and velvety steamed milk, crowned with an indulgent caramel swirl. Every sip is a celebration of bold coffee flavor dancing with sweet caramel goodness.
The caramel latte makes a delicious warm beverage year-round, but particularly during the fall months. I love rotating between this and a Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte.
What is a Caramel Latte made of?
A caramel latte is a luscious coffee beverage renowned for its delightful combination of flavors and creamy texture. This indulgent drink is typically composed of two key components: espresso and steamed milk.
What truly sets the caramel latte apart is the addition of caramel syrup or sauce, which imparts a sweet and buttery note to the brew. This caramel infusion elevates the latte, transforming it into a delectable treat that offers the perfect contrast to the coffee’s bitterness.
Ingredients Needed
Similar to Caramel Iced Coffee there are only a few ingredients in the latte version. The one key ingredient is espresso, which takes it from coffee to latte.
- Espresso – To make a caramel latte, you will need espresso or strongly brewed coffee as the coffee base. Espresso is the traditional choice because of its concentrated and bold flavor, but you can also use coffee if you don’t have a way to make espresso.
- Caramel Sauce – Caramel sauce adds the sweet and buttery caramel flavor that defines this beverage. You can find it in the coffee section or ice cream section of your grocery store.
- Milk – You can use any milk option to make a caramel latte. Whether you prefer dairy milk, almond milk, soy milk, oat milk, or any other milk alternative, you can use it in place of regular cow’s milk when steaming and frothing for your latte.
How to Make a Caramel Latte
- Prepare the espresso or coffee. Brew your espresso or coffee first and then pour it into your desired glass.
- Add the caramel sauce. You have two options, the first is to add the caramel sauce directly to the glass or mix it in with the steamed milk.
- Steam the milk. Pour the milk into a small saucepan and heat it on medium heat until scalded, but not boiling. If you have a frother you can then froth the milk or follow these guidelines on How to Froth Milk. Pour the milk into the glass and fill it almost to the top. Stir it to combine and spoon some of the frothed milk on top.
- Topping. You can add some Whipped Cream (especially Cinnamon Whipped Cream) for an extra indulgent drink and then drizzle some additional caramel sauce on top.
FAQS
The main difference between a caramel latte and a regular latte is the addition of caramel flavoring. A latte is made with espresso and steamed milk, while a caramel latte includes caramel syrup or sauce, giving it a sweet and buttery caramel taste.
Yes, you can. You can make either a Caramel Iced Coffee, which is similar, or prepare an iced version of the latte. To do this the espresso will need to be chilled as well as the milk. Instead of heating the milk on the stove use a frother or whisk to froth it before adding it to the drink.
Yes, many coffee shops offer decaffeinated versions of caramel lattes for those who prefer less caffeine. You can also prepare it with decaffeinated espresso.
Yes, caramel macchiato is a popular variation, featuring vanilla syrup, caramel drizzle, espresso, and steamed milk, layered for a distinct flavor profile.
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Caramel Latte Recipe
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Frother optional (or whisk)
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Espresso or 2 shots
- 6 ounces Milk any version
- 2 tablespoons Caramel Sauce plus more for drizzle
- Whipped Cream
Instructions
- Prepare the espresso or coffee. Brew your espresso or coffee first and then pour it into your desired glass.
- Add the caramel sauce. You have two options, the first is to add the caramel sauce directly to the glass or mix it in with the steamed milk.
- Steam the milk. Pour the milk into a small saucepan and heat it on medium heat until scalded, but not boiling. If you have a frother you can then froth the milk or follow these guidelines on How to Froth Milk. Pour the milk into the glass and fill it almost to the top. Stir it to combine and spoon some of the frothed milk on top.
- Topping. You can add some Whipped Cream (especially Cinnamon Whipped Cream) for an extra indulgent drink and then drizzle some additional caramel sauce on top.
