Do you want to know the key to my heart?
A good latte and a few new cooking magazines.
To me, I consider it pure bliss to sit curled up and slowly sip on my latte while dreaming up new recipes. Throw in a piece of dark chocolate and I am in a little bit of heaven. I am pretty easy to please, aren’t I?
That probably is NOT your definition of bliss. But I am willing to bet a large percentage of you reading this right now, will agree that a good cup of coffee is hard to beat. In fact, for most of us, myself included, that cup of joe is not only a desire, but has become most definitely a NEED to function most days.
While I would love to hit up a drive-thru of a fancy coffee shop everyday, my wallet will NOT allow that, nor will my frugal nature. So I reserve visits to coffee shops to just special occasions.
But that does not mean that I reserve special coffee for special occasions!
No way!! I start each and everyday with a Homemade Latte.
How to Make a Latte
There are only two essential ingredients to a good latte and you only need one simple kitchen tool to make a perfectly frothy latte.
That’s right–fancy equipment is necessary!
Ingredients for Homemade Latte
- Coffee
- Milk (any variety)
How to Make a Latte at Home
- Start with 1/2 cup milk. ANY variety. I have made my lattes with almond milk, skim milk, whole milk, coconut milk, and even my homemade Maple Coconut Creamer (PS that was GOOD!)
- Heat the milk for 30-45 seconds in your microwave in the cup you intend to drink your coffee from.
- Once the milk of your choice is heated, take a small whisk and vigorously whisk back and forth for 15-30 seconds until the milk is frothy.
- Pour your coffee over your frothed milk or brew from your k-cup right into the mug.
- Then take a seat and enjoy a small pleasure in life.
Dairy Free Latte
- For a dairy-free/vegan latte, use non-dairy milk such as almond milk, coconut milk, or soy milk.
Flavored Homemade Lattes
I prefer plain lattes. However, many people prefer flavored lattes.
- Sweetened Latte–add 1-2 teaspoons your choice of sweetener to your milk of choice BEFORE heating milk.
- Vanilla Latte–add 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract to milk before after heating milk but before you add coffee.
- Chocolate Latte–add 1-2 tablespoons chocolate syrup to milk BEFORE heating milk.
Enjoy this Latte Recipe with
- Peppermint Mocha Scones
- Gluten Free Cinnamon Streusel Muffins
- Easy Paleo Lemon Chia Seed Muffins
- Naturally Sweetened Blueberry Muffins
How to Make Homemade Lattes
DIY Latte
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup milk ANY variety
- 6 ounces strongly brewed coffee any variety
Instructions
- Heat the milk for 30-45 seconds in your microwave in the cup you intend to drink your coffee from. Once the milk of your choice is heated, take a small whisk and vigoursly whisk back and forth for 15-30 seconds until the milk is frothy.
- Pour the coffee directly over the frothed milk or brew over it.
Kristen Chidsey
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I have been missing my Pumpkin Spice Latte. So, decided to make one this evening. Mmm… it hit the spot. Thank you for your post.
Wahoo!! So glad you were able to enjoy a treat 😊
Just a thought… I tried some sprayed whipped cream to liven it up a bit and I worked very well. See what you think…
That is delicious and a great thought! I am allergic to the sprayed whipped cream, but great for any one who is not.
I love how simple this latte is to make!
Most people never realize how easy it is to make!
Love your quick Latte recipe and make it all the time !
YAY!!! I am drinking one right now myself!