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A ribbed ceramic cup of cherry vanilla latte topped with swirled whipped cream, cherry compote, and fresh whole cherries with stems, with loose cherries scattered around on a light surface.

Cherry Vanilla Latte

A visually stunning, cafe-quality latte featuring a smooth vanilla espresso base topped with a remarkably thick layer of cream, finished with a drizzle of cherry syrup and fresh cherries.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 mug
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 shots Espresso Or ½ cup strong brewed coffee
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla syrup To flavor the coffee base
  • ½ cup Milk Whole, almond, or oat
  • ¼ cup Heavy cream For whipping the thick top layer
  • 1 tablespoon Cherry syrup For drizzling
  • 3 whole Fresh cherries With stems, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Espresso machine Or a strong coffee maker
  • 1 Handheld Frother To whip the cream thickly
  • 1 Ribbed Mug For a beautiful presentation

Method
 

  1. Brew the espresso and stir in the vanilla syrup until completely dissolved.
  2. Mix the espresso with the ½ cup of milk and pour into a short serving mug to form the tan base layer.
  3. Using a milk frother, whip the heavy cream until it is very thick and holds soft peaks.
  4. Spoon the thick whipped cream gently over the coffee base, filling the mug to the brim to create a distinct white layer.
  5. Drizzle the cherry syrup over the center of the cream and garnish with three whole fresh cherries.

Notes

Whip your heavy cream until it holds soft, thick peaks so it rests perfectly on top of the coffee base without mixing in, creating beautiful distinct layers.