Say hello to your new favourite way to start the day. It starts with a spiced simple syrup infused with warm cinnamon, vanilla bean, and a drizzle of maple syrup. The syrup adds an awesome spicy warmth to an otherwise summery coffee drink, you got to love the juxtaposition of this combo.
Ingredients
FOR THE MAPLE CINNAMON SYRUP:
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste (or extract)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- Pinch of fine sea salt
FOR THE LATTES:
- 2–4 shots of espresso (or cold brew/strong coffee), cooled
- 1½ cups oat milk
- Ice
- The cooled syrup
- Whipped cream or coconut cream, for garnish (optional)
- Ground cinnamon, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
FOR THE MAPLE CINNAMON SYRUP:
- Combine the water and sugar in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer for a few minutes, stirring, or until all the sugar dissolves.
- Add in the other ingredients, stir to combine, and then remove the pan from the heat. Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
FOR THE LATTES:
- To two large glasses filled with ice, add the espresso and oat milk, stirring to combine.
- Add as much of the syrup you like to each glass, stirring to incorporate.
- Garnish each glass with whipped cream and a sprinkling of ground cinnamon. Enjoy immediately.
Thank you Yes to Yolks for this must have morning beverage recipe!