Description
This homemade latte recipe shows you how to make a rich and creamy coffee shop–style latte at home using espresso and steamed milk. It’s simple, satisfying, and customizable with your favorite flavors or milk alternatives.
Ingredients
- 2 shots espresso (or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee)
- 3/4 cup whole milk (or any milk of choice)
- Sweetener or flavored syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Brew 2 shots of espresso using an espresso machine, Nespresso, Aeropress, or Moka pot. Alternatively, use 1/2 cup of strong brewed coffee.
- Steam the milk using a steam wand until hot and frothy, or heat milk on the stovetop or in the microwave, then froth using a milk frother, French press, or whisk.
- Pour the espresso into a mug.
- Slowly add the steamed milk, holding back the foam with a spoon, then spoon the foam on top.
- Add sweetener or flavored syrup to taste, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Whole milk creates the creamiest texture, but oat milk and other dairy-free options also work well.
- For a flavored latte, add vanilla, caramel, or hazelnine syrup before pouring in the milk.
- If using strong coffee instead of espresso, the flavor will be milder but still delicious.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Espresso + Steaming
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latte
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
