Description
This Viral Cherry Vanilla Latte is a trendy coffee drink that blends bold espresso with sweet cherries and smooth vanilla for a creamy, fruity twist. Beautifully layered and easy to make, it’s perfect as a cozy morning pick-me-up or a refreshing afternoon treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 shot (1 oz) espresso or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
- 1 cup milk or milk alternative (almond, oat, soy, or coconut)
- 1–2 teaspoons sugar or honey, to taste
- Ice cubes (optional, for iced version)
- Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
- Extra cherries or a pinch of cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Brew one shot of espresso or prepare 1/2 cup strong coffee using your preferred method.
- In a blender, combine the pitted cherries and vanilla extract. Blend until completely smooth.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk until steaming but not boiling. Froth if desired. (Skip heating if making an iced version.)
- Pour the brewed espresso into a mug or glass.
- Add the blended cherry-vanilla mixture and stir gently to combine.
- Slowly pour the warm milk over the espresso mixture. For an iced latte, fill a glass with ice, add espresso and cherry blend, then pour in cold milk.
- Sweeten with sugar or honey to taste and stir well.
- Garnish with whipped cream, extra cherries, or a light dusting of cinnamon if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Frozen cherries can be used; thaw slightly before blending.
- Adjust sweetness according to your preference or use maple syrup or coconut sugar as alternatives.
- For a stronger coffee flavor, add an extra shot of espresso.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat gently without boiling.
- For a kid-friendly version, omit the espresso and serve as a cherry-vanilla milk drink.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending and Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latte
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
