DIY Starbucks Vanilla Spice Latte
By á-4677
Ingredients
- Vanilla Cardamom Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom plus a few smashed pods
- 1/2 tablespoon vanilla
- For the Latte
- 3-4 teaspoons Vanilla Cardamom syrup (or to taste)
- 1-2 shots espresso
- 1 cup hot frothed milk
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Vanilla Sugar, for topping
Details
Servings 1
Adapted from americancupcakeabroad.com
Preparation
Step 1
Starbucks describes it as “Starbucks signature espresso combined with freshly steamed milk, rich vanilla, and subtle hints of cardamom and spice. Topped with whipped cream, crushed vanilla bean and a touch of sugar”. I was a bit baffled about what the “other spices” could be.
1. Make the syrup. In a saucepan bring the water, sugar and cardamom to a boil. I ground the cardamom as best as I could. In the end I also tossed a few sightly crushed pods in to infuse. Let boil for two minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla. Strain the mixture and pour into a sterilized jar. Keep refrigerated for up to one month.
2. Make the latte by pouring the espresso and syrup into a mug. Top with the hot frothed milk and foam. Add a swirl of whipped cream if desired and a sprinkle of vanilla sanding sugar. I didn’t have sanding sugar so I used some vanilla powdered sugar.
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