Coconut Lattes

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Homemade Coconut Lattes

yield: makes 1, is easily multiplied

total time: 15 minutes

 

ingredients:

coconut syrup

• 1/2 cup coconut sugar
• 1/4 cup coconut milk
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract

Make One Coconut Latte:

• 1 shot espresso
• 1 to 2 tablespoons coconut syrup
• 4 to 6 ounces steamed milk with foam
• coconut sugar for sprinkling
• toasted coconut for topping

Directions:

To make the coconut syrup, combine the water, coconut milk and coconut sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk constantly until the sugar dissolves and bring the mixture to a bubble. Turn off the heat and allow to cool completely. Transfer to a jar and store in the fridge.

To make the latte, brew one (or two!) shots of espresso. Whisk in 1 to 2 tablespoons of the coconut syrup (totally depends on how sweet you’d like it, how much coconut flavor you want) and pour in the steamed milk. Cover with a sprinkling of coconut sugar and toasted coconut.

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