Caramel Macchiato
Indulge in the creamy delight of a homemade caramel macchiato, where rich espresso meets frothy milk and sweet caramel drizzle. This comforting beverage is perfect for chilly mornings or afternoon breaks, offering a delightful blend of flavors that warms your soul. Create beautiful layers like a barista in your kitchen with this easy-to-follow recipe!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 shot (1 oz) espresso or strong brewed coffee
- 1 cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 2 tbsp vanilla syrup
- 2 tbsp high-quality caramel sauce
- Cocoa powder (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Brew your espresso using your preferred method; strong brewed coffee can be used as an alternative.
- In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling. Use a frother or whisk to create foam.
- Stir in the vanilla syrup into the steamed milk until well combined.
- Pour the steamed milk into your favorite mug first, then add the espresso shot on top to create layered colors.
- Drizzle caramel sauce on top and optionally sprinkle cocoa powder for an extra touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg