Description
Experience a refreshing twist on your favorite iced latte with this Cherry Vanilla Iced Latte recipe. Combining sweet cherry syrup, creamy vanilla almond milk, and rich cold brew, this beverage offers a delightful balance of fruity sweetness and smooth coffee flavor, perfect for a hot day or a cozy afternoon treat.
Ingredients
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Cherry Simple Syrup
- 2 cups cherries, pitted (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup sugar or monk fruit sweetener
- 1/2 cup water
Cherry Vanilla Iced Latte
- 1/2 cup cold brew coffee or 2 shots chilled espresso
- 1/2 cup vanilla almond milk (such as Califia Farms)
- 2 tbsp vanilla almond creamer (such as Califia Farms)
- 2-3 tbsp homemade cherry simple syrup (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cherry Simple Syrup: Combine cherries, water, and sugar or monk fruit in a pot over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a slight simmer, stirring gently and pressing down on the cherries to release their juices. Continue simmering until the sugar is fully dissolved and the syrup thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
- Strain and Cool: Pour the syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a glass container, discarding the cherries. Let the syrup cool completely before use.
- Assemble the Latte: Fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour 2-3 tablespoons of cherry simple syrup over the ice, depending on your sweetness preference.
- Froth Milk and Creamer: Using a milk frother, froth together the vanilla almond milk and almond creamer until light and foamy. If you don’t have a frother, you can gently shake the mixture in a jar or whisk vigorously.
- Combine and Serve: Pour the frothed milk and creamer into the glass with ice and cherry syrup. Top with cold brew or chilled espresso. Stir gently to combine and enjoy the vibrant pink hue and refreshing flavor.
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen cherries for the syrup; frozen cherries make it easier to mash and release juices.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of cherry syrup added.
- The frothing step is optional but adds a creamy texture to the latte.
- This drink can be made dairy-free by using plant-based milk and creamer of your choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latte ( approx. 16 oz )
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
