North Star Latte
A warm and cozy North Star Latte that combines rich espresso or coffee, creamy milk, and sweet maple syrup topped with cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 shot of espresso (or 1/3 cup strong brewed coffee)
- 1 tbsp of pure maple syrup
- A pinch of ground cinnamon for topping
- Optional: Whipped cream for an extra indulgence
Instructions
- Heat the milk until it is steaming hot in a small saucepan over medium heat, careful not to let it boil.
- Use a milk frother to froth the hot milk until creamy, or whisk vigorously until bubbles form.
- Brew the espresso or strong coffee in a cozy mug.
- Stir the maple syrup into the hot espresso until blended and dissolved.
- Slowly pour the steamed milk over the brewed espresso, letting the frothy layer rise to the top.
- Sprinkle a light dusting of cinnamon on top, and add whipped cream if desired.
- Enjoy your latte while warm, savoring the delightful flavors.
Notes
The latte is best served hot and enjoyed fresh. Avoid freezing latte for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: latte, coffee, maple syrup, warm beverage, cozy drink
Find it online: https://alexandrarecipes.com/north-star-latte/