Description
This delightful Sugar Cookie Latte recipe combines a homemade sugar cookie syrup and creamy cold foam to create a festive, sweet coffee drink perfect for any occasion. Featuring layers of rich espresso, flavored milk, and frothy sweetness topped with sprinkles, this latte is easy to make and sure to impress.
Ingredients
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For the Sugar Cookie Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 3 to 4 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon butter extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
For the Sugar Cookie Cold Foam
- 1 splash sugar cookie syrup
- ¼ cup heavy cream
For the Sugar Cookie Latte
- 2 tablespoons sugar cookie syrup
- 7 ounces milk (oat, almond, or your choice) (0.8 cup)
- 2 shots espresso
- Ice
- Sugar cookie cold foam
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Make the Sugar Cookie Syrup: Add the dark brown sugar and water to a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to create a rich, sweet syrup. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, butter extract, and almond extract. Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature before using.
- Prepare the Sugar Cookie Cold Foam: Pour a splash of the prepared sugar cookie syrup into ¼ cup heavy cream. Use a handheld milk frother to whip the mixture for 15 to 20 seconds until light, frothy, and foamy.
- Assemble the Sugar Cookie Latte: In a glass, combine 2 tablespoons of sugar cookie syrup, 7 ounces of your choice of milk, and ice. Pour 2 shots of espresso over the mixture. Top the latte with the freshly prepared sugar cookie cold foam and garnish with sprinkles. Serve immediately and enjoy the festive flavor combination.
Notes
- The sugar cookie syrup recipe yields approximately 8 servings.
- The cold foam recipe yields about 2 servings.
- For a dairy-free option, use coconut-based heavy cream alternatives to make the cold foam.
- You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of syrup added to your latte.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 12 ounces)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
