Description
Craft a sweet Spanish Iced Latte Recipe at home! Experience creamy, rich coffee with condensed milk. Simple to make, a delightful pick-me-up.
Ingredients
Scale
- Espresso Base:
- Strong Espresso or Coffee (double shot, or 4-6 oz strong brew)
- Sweet Creaminess:
- 1–2 tbsp Sweetened Condensed Milk (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup Whole Milk (or half-and-half)
- Icy Refreshment:
- 1 cup Ice Cubes
- Finishing Touches:
- 1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract (optional)
- Pinch of Cinnamon or Cocoa Powder (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Brew Your Base:: First things first, get your strong coffee or espresso ready. I usually pull a double shot of espresso; it gives it that robust flavor you want. If you don’t have an espresso machine, a super strong brew from your drip coffee maker or French press works too. Just make sure it’s concentrated, or it’ll get lost in all that creamy goodness. I always make mine first so it has a moment to cool slightly while I gather everything else.
- Sweeten the Deal:: Next, grab your glass and pour in the sweetened condensed milk. This is where the magic really happens for a proper Spanish Iced Latte Recipe. I usually go for about 1-2 tablespoons, but honestly, you do you. If you like it super sweet, add a bit more! Don’t be shy. I once thought “less sugar, healthier!” and my latte tasted… sad. Learn from my oops moment, embrace the sweetness here.
- Add the Milk & Mix:: Now, pour in your whole milk over the condensed milk. If you’re using vanilla extract, this is the time to add a tiny splash. Give it a good stir with a spoon until the condensed milk is fully incorporated. You want that creamy, uniform base. I love watching the two milks swirl together, it just looks so inviting. Make sure there are no sticky condensed milk clumps at the bottom!
- Pile on the Ice:: This step is crucial for an *iced* latte, obviously! Fill your glass almost to the top with ice cubes. I usually go for the big, chunky ones because they melt slower. There’s nothing worse than a Spanish Iced Latte Recipe that gets watered down too quickly, right? So, load it up! I sometimes forget to make ice and then have a mini-meltdown, so maybe make sure your ice trays are full.
- Pour in the Coffee:: Carefully, slowly pour your brewed espresso or strong coffee over the ice and the milk mixture. You’ll see those beautiful layers form, which, to me, is half the fun! It starts with the darker coffee on top, gradually blending into the lighter, creamy base. It smells incredible at this point, that rich coffee aroma mingling with the sweet milk. Don’t rush it, just enjoy the visual.
- Garnish & Enjoy:: Give your Spanish Iced Latte Recipe a final gentle stir to combine all those lovely layers. Then, if you’re feeling fancy (and why not?), sprinkle a little cinnamon or cocoa powder on top. Grab a straw, take a big, glorious sip, and just savor that creamy, sweet, coffee goodness. It should look rich and inviting, smell like a dream, and taste like a little vacation. Congrats, you made a delicious Spanish Iced Latte!