This Vanilla Almond Latte combines the classic flavors of vanilla and almond in a delicious hot drink that’s easy to make. This 5 minute latte will rival your neighborhood coffee shop!
I’m always amazed by the lengths I will go to just to avoid having to leave the house. Don’t get me wrong – I’m not a complete hermit. I still leave the house to take Nora to school, and to do the grocery shopping, and for doctor’s appointments and other necessary tasks. But beyond that, if it doesn’t NEED to be done, I’m probably not doing it.
To be fair, it is winter. And there’s no doubt that my desire to stay home increases dramatically at this time of year. Not to mention the kids I would have to cart around with me, the fact that there’s always so much to get done around the house, or the reality that I prefer to be cozied up on the couch under a blanket, thankyouverymuch!
Of course, there are certain adjustments that need to be made if you don’t plan to leave the house much. You need to convince people to come to you (so as to avoid becoming completely antisocial), and even more importantly, you need to find substitutions for some of your favorites. I used to love the idea of stopping for my favorite coffee or latte…..and I still do! The only difference? Now I just make it at home!
Seriously….if you’ve never made a fancy coffee drink at home, I’m here to tell you how EASY it is. For this latte, I combined vanilla syrup with almond extract, steamed milk, strong coffee, and a few finishing touches. And you know what? It was amazing! The perfect combination of flavors, made just for me. I love the fact that I can experiment with being a barista at home, and that I never even have to leave my house to get my favorite coffee drink.
Vanilla Almond Latte
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 4 Tablespoons finely ground coffee
- 1/2 cup steamed milk
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons vanilla syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- whipped cream
- chopped almonds for garnish
Instructions
- Brew coffee using 4 Tbsp. finely ground coffee and 1 c. water.
- In a small saucepan, heat milk over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Combine brewed coffee, steamed milk, vanilla syrup and almond extract in a heatproof mug.
- Top with whipped cream and chopped almonds.
A good latte needs a great coffee cake to go with it. Try this Lemon Raspberry Coffee Cake or this Caramel Apple Coffee Cake
I am seriously a coffee addict, and this vanilla almond flavor combo is calling my name!
I’m loving these flavors!! I love making lattes at home!
A woman after my own heart. I’d much rather stay home curled under a blanket too! That’s definitely to blame on the winter months too since I’m a southerner living in snow-swept Michigan at the moment!
Such a stunning picture and I can’t wait to try this recipe!
Hi my name is Michelle and I am a coffee addict. I would love to try this out. It sounds like you have a coffee shop in your kitchen.
This looks delicious, I have to find those syrups !!!
This is gorgeous and such great photos! I love Tate + Lyle products.
Yum! This latte looks so good!! I want one now!
Your photos are beautiful and so is this latte! I drink coffee throughout the day and would love a drink like this.
This would definitely satisfy that coffee shop craving! It looks gorgeous, Cathy! So inviting and delicious!
Totally agreed, I think I might be a hermit:) Great recipe!
Yum! This looks great!
I have fallen in love with this drink! I keep seeing it everywhere! Made one Friday afternoon and it was so good!
Awesome! I’m so happy to hear that, Angie! 🙂
I’m totally a hermit!! 😀 I have to find that syrup so I can make this drink!!
This is one gorgeous cup of coffee, Cathy — what a treat, too! I have just discovered Tate+Lyle’s syrups and they’re so silky and delicious. I’m loving this flavor combination!
This looks so delicious! I can’t wait to try making almond and vanilla for my coffee , you’ve inspired me. My favorite coffee shop uses it for their cold brew and it tastes amazing .Thanks for sharing your delicious Almond Milk Latte.
Can’t wait to try this. Vanilla almond with coffee. What more can I ask for.