Creamy Lavender Vanilla Latte
A smooth and cozy latte blending floral lavender syrup with warm vanilla and creamy milk, perfect for calming mornings or special moments.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 shot (30ml) espresso or ½ cup (120ml) strong brewed coffee
- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk or oat, almond, or soy milk for dairy-free options
- 2 tablespoons lavender syrup (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon sugar or sweetener (optional)
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Pinch of dried lavender buds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare 1 shot (30ml) of espresso or ½ cup (120ml) strong brewed coffee and keep it hot.
- If making homemade lavender syrup: In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar, ½ cup (120ml) water, and 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender buds. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and steep for 10 minutes. Strain and cool.
- Warm 1 cup (240ml) of milk on the stove or microwave until hot but not boiling (about 150°F or 65°C). Froth milk using a frother or whisk until creamy foam forms.
- In a serving mug, add 2 tablespoons lavender syrup and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Pour in the hot espresso or coffee and stir gently.
- Slowly pour the frothed milk over the coffee mixture, holding back the foam with a spoon, then spoon the foam on top.
- Optionally, top with whipped cream and sprinkle a pinch of dried lavender buds for garnish.
Notes
Use culinary grade lavender to avoid bitterness. Do not boil milk to preserve creamy texture. Adjust sweetness by modifying lavender syrup and sugar amounts. For dairy-free, use oat or almond milk and alcohol-free vanilla extract. For iced version, chill coffee and milk and skip frothing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latte (about 10-12
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Protein: 6
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