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Spanish Latte recipe (Cafe Con Leche)

Cafe con leche coffee served in a white ceramic mug placed on a wooden table

Spanish Latte recipe (Cafe Con Leche)

Name: Spanish Latte recipe (Cafe Con Leche)
Prep time: 300
Cook time: 300
Total time: 300

Henry Muller

Barista

Indulge in the exquisite charm of a Spanish Latte, also known as Cafe Con Leche.

This delightful coffee creation combines the intense flavors of strong coffee with the creamy richness of scalded milk.

A classic in coffee culture, the Spanish Latte offers a comforting balance that elevates your coffee experience.

Let's dive into the simple yet mesmerizing steps to brew this cafe favorite at home.

Often enjoyed in coffee shops, this recipe brings the charm of a Spanish cafe to your kitchen, allowing you to savor its warmth and indulgence anytime you desire.

Difficulty:

Easy

Grind Size:

Medium Coarse

Temperature

93°C

Est. Time

5:00 min

Ingredients

Equal parts of strong coffee and scalded milk
Coffee beans
Full-fat milk

Apparatus

Espresso machine or Moka pot

Milk frother

How to Make Spanish Latte?

Step 1

Start by brewing a shot of strong coffee using an espresso machine or Moka pot. The bold flavors of the coffee will form the base of this drink.

Step 2

In a separate pot, heat full-fat milk until it's scalding but not boiling. You can use a milk frother or a French press to heat and froth the milk, creating a creamy texture.

Step 3

Pour equal parts of the brewed strong coffee and scalded milk into a cup. The ratio of coffee to milk can be adjusted to your taste preferences.

Step 4

Stir the coffee and milk mixture thoroughly to ensure that the flavors are well combined. This will help create a balanced and creamy drink.

Step 5

Pour your Spanish Latte into your favorite mug and savor the rich and creamy goodness. The blend of strong coffee and frothy milk is sure to delight your taste buds.

What is Spanish Latte?

It is a sweet & creamy coffee drink that originated in Spain. However, it is also very famous in the overall world.

It includes espresso coffee which is mixed with sweetened condensed milk or regular milk.

Spanish Latte is a rich and indulgent beverage.

You can also find its variations that include spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.

This latte is known for its smooth texture and balanced sweetness and I think that's why it is more popular among the people who prefer drinking sweet coffee over bitter one.

Foods to Eat With Spanish Latte?

As far as my experience with this coffee is concerned, I recommend churros, pastries, croissants, cinnamon rolls, muffins, cookies, cakes, fruit tarts, etc.

How to Garnish It?

1) You can dust a sprinkle of cocoa powder on top of the foam or whipped cream for a touch of chocolate flavor and a visually appealing contrast.

2) Sprinkle ground cinnamon on top of the foam or whipped cream for a warm, aromatic flavor.

3)You can also drizzle caramel sauce over the foam or whipped cream for added sweetness and a decorative finish.

4) Use a vegetable peeler to create chocolate shavings and sprinkle them over the foam or whipped cream for a chocolatey garnish.

5) Grate fresh nutmeg over the foam or whipped cream for a warm, spicy flavor.

Summing It Up

When you drink homemade Spanish latte, you enjoy the delicious blending of scalded milk.

I hope you will make this coffee drink yourself and if you do so, don't forget to tell me your experience in the comment box.

This was the recipe for the Spanish latte. I hope you enjoyed this recipe article.

Henry Muller

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I am a barista by profession hailing from NC. My journey began in my late teens when I started working as a barista in a local coffee shop. My passion for coffee quickly became evident as I immersed myself in the art of espresso extraction, latte art ...