Description
The Amaretto Latte is a cozy and indulgent coffee drink that blends rich espresso, creamy steamed milk, and nutty almond liqueur. Topped with whipped cream, toasted almonds, and a sprinkle of cinnamon, this elegant latte is perfect for brunch, the holidays, or an afternoon treat.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons chopped almonds
3 ounces heavy cream
2 shots espresso (about 2 oz total)
8 ounces milk (any variety)
1 ounce amaretto liqueur
Ground cinnamon, for topping
Instructions
- Toast the almonds: In a small pan over low heat, toast chopped almonds for 3–4 minutes until golden and fragrant. Set aside.
- Whip the cream: In a bowl, whip heavy cream with a whisk or mixer until thick and fluffy.
- Make the latte: Brew two shots of espresso. Steam or froth the milk until hot and foamy.
- Assemble: Pour espresso into a mug and stir in amaretto. Add steamed milk, then top with whipped cream, toasted almonds, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Notes
- Use almond extract or almond syrup for a non-alcoholic version.
- Dairy-free versions work well with almond or oat milk and coconut whipped cream.
- To make an almond mocha, add chocolate syrup before the milk.
- Serve iced by pouring espresso and amaretto over ice and topping with cold milk and cream.
- Toast almonds ahead of time for convenience.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop & Frothing
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latte
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
