Caramel vanilla latte brings together bold espresso, sweet caramel, and warm vanilla in a smooth, creamy drink. Steamed milk softens the coffee’s edge, while a thin caramel drizzle adds a buttery finish without making every sip overly sweet.
This café-style treat takes only a few minutes and needs no special equipment beyond a saucepan or microwave and a whisk. Make it for a slow weekend breakfast, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a cozy after-dinner drink.
Adjust the caramel to suit your taste, and serve it hot with a little foam on top. It pairs especially well with pastries or simple cookies.
Ingredients
- 2 fl oz brewed espresso
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp caramel sauce
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Brew the espresso and pour it into a large mug. Stir in the caramel sauce and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Warm the milk in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, or microwave it until steaming but not boiling.
- Whisk the warm milk until lightly foamy, then pour it over the espresso mixture.
- Spoon the foam on top and finish with a light drizzle of caramel sauce from the measured amount. Serve hot.