20 Delicious Latte Recipes To Try This Fall - Brighter Craft (2024)

FAQs

What can I add to my latte to make it better? ›

Flavored syrups: Flavored syrups such as vanilla, caramel, or hazelnut can be added to coffee for a sweet and delicious taste.

Lattes usually contain 1-2 ounces of espresso and 8-15 ounces of steamed milk. In the specialty coffee world, anything larger than 8 ounces is considered a latte. It's not uncommon to find two or three latte sizes.

Whole milk or 2% milk are better options for steaming and frothing, as they contain enough fat to produce a creamy and smooth texture. If you are looking for non-dairy alternatives, it is best to use soy milk, almond milk, or oat milk.

When it comes to lattes and cappuccinos we always recommend whole milk before anything else. It has just the right balance of fats, proteins, sugar, and water to make smooth microfoam without being overwhelmingly creamy.

Common flavorings for lattes include vanilla extract, cinnamon, caramel syrup, cocoa powder, and flavored syrups such as almond or hazelnut. Additionally, you can add spices like nutmeg or pumpkin spice to give the latte a seasonal twist. To make a fruity latte, add fresh fruit puree or freeze-dried fruit pieces.

In most cases, a syrup is the easiest way to add flavor. The coffee shop down the street will have a line-up of popular flavors, but you don't have to go to such extremes. Choose one or two of your favorites, to begin with, and if you find that you enjoy making lattes, you can always add to your collection.

The tool you need to steam milk? An espresso machine with a steamer! This makes the most perfect micro-foam with the creamy “wet-paint” like texture that you need for a latte. Steaming the milk also adds a sweet creaminess to the flavor.

A Magic Coffee is a new format of coffee that's a bit like a flat white, but coffee aficionados think it tastes very different. It's made with a double ristretto shot and steamed milk in a 6oz glass or cup, so around the same size as a cortado.

You need to layer the espresso and the frothed milk. Because latte only has a small layer of milk foam, you should pour the liquid, steamed milk on the espresso, while holding a spoon to prevent the frothed milk from being mixed. Once ready, add the milk foam (around 1 cm).

The ratio of milk to coffee is usually around 3:1, making it a milder, creamier option compared to other espresso-based drinks like cappuccino or macchiato.

Does latte need 2% or whole milk? ›

Reduced-fat milks, like 1% or 2%, lose some of the sweetness and body gained compared to using whole milk. While not a bad option to cut down on fat and calories, a latte or cappuccino made with reduced-fat milk will feel a bit weak and watery in the cup.

Earlier I mentioned what I consider to be the acceptable size range for a latte. Still, I'd say that anywhere from 8 to 10 ounces (237 to 296 milliliters) gets you in the Goldilocks zone. Within this range you'll have the best ratio of espresso to steamed milk, allowing you to create beautiful latte art.

The difference between a latte macchiato and a latte is the order of pouring the coffee into your cup or glass. With a latte macchiato you first steam your milk and then you add the espresso to the milk. With a latte you will add the milk to your coffee.

Brew 2 tablespoons of dark roast coffee for each 5 or 6 ounces of water. When your coffee is done brewing, it's time to make the latte magic happen. Pour the strongly brewed coffee into a cup, leaving room at the top and add the cup of steamed milk that you made.