Easy Homemade Caramel Latte
May 21, 2024
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If you want a delicious latte in the morning without the hassle of a coffee shop or espresso machine, you will love this easy caramel latte recipe. This coffee shop recipe is one I have been making for years. I will show you a foolproof way to make this tasty hot drink that stands above the rest.
One of my favorite coffee shop drinks to make at home is a sweet caramel latte. I love the frothy top with a drizzle of caramel. The perfect way to start your day in my opinion!
The problem is I don’t like having to go out to our local coffee shop that is always busy and paying a ridiculous price. That’s why I started making these drinks like iced vanilla lattes, chai lattes, and frappuccinos at home.
Caramel latte ingredients
Just four ingredients are needed to make this simple coffee recipe.
- Coffee – A “real” latte starts with espresso but since most people don’t have an espresso machine I am using strongly brewed coffee. You can replace the coffee with 1 shot of espresso.
- Cream – For the ultimate indulgence, I use heavy cream. It makes a rich, creamy latte. You can substitute with half and half or the milk of your choice.
- Sugar – A little granulated sugar adds a hint of sweetness. You can leave it out or add more depending on your taste.
- Caramel syrup – I find my caramel syrup close to the chocolate syrup at the grocery store.
- Whipped cream – This is an optional ingredient.
How to make a caramel latte
You won’t believe how easy it is to make your own hot latte at home. Scroll down for the full, printable recipe and video.
Step one: Brew your coffee or espresso.
Step two: Place the heavy cream, sugar, and caramel syrup in a small saucepan. Warm over medium heat. While it’s warming whisk or use a hand held frother, until the mixture starts to become frothy.
Step three: Pour about 1/2 cup of coffee into a mug. Pour in the frothed cream mixture. You can top with whipped cream and more caramel syrup if you like.
Heather’s tips
- Make sure not to warm the cream over high heat so that it won’t scald. You want to keep it over medium heat and continuously whisk to froth.
- You can make this decaffeinated by using decaf coffee or decaf espresso.
- If you would like to use espresso, substitute the coffee for one shot of espresso.
Common questions
Yes, warm the cream in a microwave safe container for about 1 minute. Whisk in the sugar and caramel. You could also use a hand held frother. Pour into the warmed coffee.
Yes, to make this iced version, used cool coffee and chilled caramel cream mixture.
Yes, if you have a frother machine, pour the cream, sugar, and caramel sauce into the machine to froth.
More coffee shop recipes
Caramel Latte Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup coffee brewed strong
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons caramel sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- whipped cream – optional
Instructions
- Fill mug cup 2/3 with coffee.
- Pour heavy cream, caramel sauce, and sugar in a small saucepan. Warm over medium heat.
- Whisk the cream mixture until it starts to foam or froth. Make sure to whisk vigorously. You can use a whisk or a hand held frother.
- Pour the cream mixture into the coffee. Optional top with whipped cream and more caramel syrup.
Video
Notes
- Make sure not to warm the cream over high heat so that it won’t scald. You want to keep it over medium heat and continuously whisk to froth.
- You can make this decaffeinated by using decaf coffee or decaf espresso.
- If you would like to use espresso, substitute the coffee for one shot of espresso.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
