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starbucks pistachio latte recipe

Pistachio 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 espresso (about 60ml / 2 oz)
  • 240ml (1 cup) whole milk
  • 3 tbsp pistachio butter
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • Whipped cream (optional)
  • 1 tsp crushed pistachios

Method
 

  1. Combine the 3 tbsp pistachio butter, 2 tbsp sugar, 2 tbsp water, 1/4 tsp vanilla extract, and 1 pinch salt in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir for about 3 minutes until smooth and glossy, then remove from heat.
  2. Brew 2 shots of espresso (about 60ml / 2 oz) using an espresso machine or moka pot.
  3. Heat the 240ml (1 cup) whole milk to about 65°C (150°F) and froth with a handheld frother for 20 to 30 seconds until you have a 2cm foam layer.
  4. Spoon 2 tbsp of the pistachio sauce into your mug, pour in the espresso and stir, then add the frothed milk. Top with whipped cream and scatter the 1 tsp crushed pistachios over the top before serving.

Notes

The pistachio sauce makes more than you need for one drink, which is the point. Store the rest in the fridge and use it through the week. If you are making the drink back-to-back days, the sauce actually tastes a little better on day two once the flavors have had time to settle.