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blonde vanilla latte starbucks recipe

Blonde Vanilla Latte Recipe

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 shots blonde espresso
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3 tbsp vanilla syrup
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Combine 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until dissolved, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in 1 tsp pure vanilla extract, and cool for 10 minutes. Measure out 3 tbsp for this drink.
  2. Brew 2 shots of blonde espresso (about 2 oz total) using an espresso machine or moka pot with a light roast.
  3. Heat 1 cup whole milk in a small pitcher or saucepan over medium-low until steaming, about 3 to 4 minutes at 150°F (65°C), then whisk or froth until lightly foamy.
  4. Add the 3 tbsp vanilla syrup to your mug, pour the espresso over it and stir, then pour in the steamed milk. Spoon the foam on top and serve immediately.

Notes

The syrup recipe makes about 1.5 cups total, far more than you need for one drink. It keeps well in the fridge for 2 weeks, so it is worth making the full batch. If your espresso tastes bitter even with the vanilla, your grind is probably too fine or the extraction ran too long — aim for a 25 to 30 second pull.