Description
Cozy Maple Cinnamon Latte brings warm Canadian comfort to your morning coffee ritual. Smooth espresso swirls with rich maple syrup and fragrant cinnamon, creating a delightful brew you’ll savor sip by sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup (177 milliliters / 6 fluid ounces) milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters / 2 fluid ounces) hot espresso or strongly brewed coffee
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 1–2 tablespoons (15–30 milliliters) maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Spices:
- Pinch of ground cinnamon (plus extra for garnish)
Instructions
- Drizzle maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon into a spacious ceramic mug, creating a fragrant base layer.
- Brew hot espresso directly into the mug, whisking vigorously to integrate the sweet and aromatic seasonings thoroughly.
- Heat milk to approximately 150-160°F using a steam wand or frother, creating a rich, silky texture with fine microfoam.
- Tilt the mug slightly and pour steamed milk carefully, allowing it to blend seamlessly with the espresso and maple mixture.
- Gently top the latte with a delicate layer of milk foam, creating a smooth, velvety surface.
- Sprinkle an additional light dusting of ground cinnamon across the foam for enhanced visual appeal and warm spice aroma.
- For an indulgent twist, crown the latte with a dollop of whipped cream and optional autumnal-themed decorative sprinkles.
Notes
- Try maple syrup grades to find your preferred sweetness level, from light golden to deep amber varieties.
- Choose plant-based milk alternatives like oat or almond for a dairy-free version that maintains creamy texture and rich flavor.
- Balance cinnamon intensity by adjusting quantity based on personal preference, starting with a small pinch and gradually increasing.
- Create a lower-sugar option by using sugar-free maple syrup or reducing syrup quantity while maintaining delicious autumn-inspired taste profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Coffee
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 2.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg