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Cinnamon Latte

A delightful drink combining rich coffee flavors with cinnamon and vanilla, perfect for cozy moments.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Beverage, Coffee
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cinnamon Dolce Syrup
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 whole vanilla bean or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 whole cinnamon sticks
For the Cinnamon Latte
  • ⅓ cup espresso or very strong coffee
  • ½ ounce cinnamon dolce syrup
  • ½ cup whole milk or oat milk, or your favorite milk
  • ¼ cup whipped cream optional
  • 1 pinch cinnamon for topping

Method
 

Making the Cinnamon Dolce Syrup
  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, the whole vanilla bean (split it open), and 2 cinnamon sticks.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves.
  3. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and let it cool. You may remove the cinnamon sticks and vanilla bean or leave them in for stronger flavor.
  5. Store the syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Preparing the Cinnamon Latte
  1. Brew ⅓ cup of espresso or strong coffee.
  2. In a small saucepan, heat ½ cup of milk over low heat, frothing it with a whisk or milk frother until creamy.
  3. In your favorite mug, combine the brewed espresso with ½ ounce of the cinnamon dolce syrup. Stir well.
  4. Slowly pour the frothed milk over the espresso mixture.
  5. Top with ¼ cup of whipped cream and a pinch of cinnamon if desired.

Notes

Serve hot and consider adding toppings like chocolate shavings or caramel sauce. Pairs well with a pastry.