Description
Enjoy a cozy and flavorful Starbucks-style Cinnamon Dolce Latte made quickly at home. This comforting latte combines rich espresso with warm cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and a touch of brown sugar, topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for the perfect sweet and spicy treat.
Ingredients
Coffee Base
- 6 ounces boiling water
- 1 to 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
Milk Mixture
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ tablespoon light brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of ground nutmeg
Garnish
- Whipped cream
- Ground cinnamon (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare espresso: Stir the instant espresso powder into the boiling water until fully dissolved, then set aside.
- Combine milk ingredients: In a glass measuring cup, whisk together the milk, ground cinnamon, light brown sugar, vanilla extract, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Heat milk mixture: Microwave the milk mixture for 1 minute and 30 seconds, watching closely until it starts to froth.
- Stir and continue heating: Remove from microwave, stir the mixture, then heat for an additional 30 seconds until frothy.
- Mix latte: Slowly pour the frothed milk mixture into the prepared espresso while stirring to combine.
- Garnish and serve: Top the latte with whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of instant espresso powder based on your preferred coffee strength.
- Use whole milk for a creamier texture or substitute with any plant-based milk for a dairy-free alternative.
- Watch milk closely while microwaving to avoid overheating or spilling.
- For a less sweet drink, reduce the brown sugar or substitute with a sweetener of choice.
- Whipped cream garnish is optional but adds a lovely creaminess and presentation.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
