🥛 Cinnamon & Fresh Milk Latte
Serves: 1
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
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1 cup fresh milk (whole or 2% for creamier texture)
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½ tsp ground cinnamon, plus extra for garnish
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1 shot (1–1.5 oz) espresso or ¼ cup strong brewed coffee
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1–2 tsp sugar or sweetener (optional)
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½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
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Heat and froth milk:
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In a small saucepan, gently heat milk over medium-low heat until steaming (do not boil).
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Whisk vigorously or use a milk frother to create foam.
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Add cinnamon:
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Stir ½ tsp ground cinnamon and vanilla extract (if using) into the milk until fully incorporated.
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Prepare coffee:
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Brew a shot of espresso or make strong coffee. Sweeten if desired.
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Assemble latte:
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Pour the coffee into a mug.
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Slowly add the frothed milk, holding back foam with a spoon.
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Spoon foam on top and sprinkle with a pinch of ground cinnamon for garnish.
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Tips & Variations
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🍯 Sweet twist: Add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup instead of sugar for natural sweetness.
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🌱 Spiced latte: Sprinkle a pinch of nutmeg or cloves along with the cinnamon for a warming aroma.
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🥛 Dairy-free option: Use oat, almond, or soy milk — froths nicely for lattes.
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❄️ Iced version: Pour over ice and use cold frothed milk for a refreshing cinnamon latte.
I can also give a rich café-style version with layered froth, steamed milk, and a stronger cinnamon kick that rivals coffee shop lattes. Do you want that version too?
