So, you think you’ve got your coffee game together with your basic iced latte. Well, think again. Try an iced vanilla latte, but with a twist: paired with almond cookies. Why settle for boring when you can add a little pizzazz, right? The smooth, creamy vanilla latte hits all the right notes, and the almond cookies? They’re the sophisticated snack you didn’t know you craved. This pairing isn’t just a treat; it’s a moment. So, if you’re ready to elevate your coffee break, brace yourself for a combo that’s anything but ordinary.
Iced Vanilla Latte with Almond Cookies
Iced vanilla latte served with crunchy almond cookies—an elevated treat for coffee lovers who crave something extra.
Ingredients
For Iced Vanilla Latte:
- 1 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
- 1/2 cup milk or non-dairy milk
- 1 tbsp vanilla syrup
- Ice cubes
For Almond Cookies:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup almond meal
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp almond extrac
Instructions
- Brew espresso or strong coffee.
- In a glass, combine ice cubes, coffee, milk, and vanilla syrup. Stir well.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream butter and sugar together, then beat in the egg and almond extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden.
- Cool cookies on a rack.
- Serve iced vanilla latte with almond cookies and enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving):
- Calories: 290
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 5%
- Vitamin E: 10%
- Magnesium: 5%
- For extra decadence, top your latte with whipped cream.
- Switch to almond milk for an extra nutty flavor that complements the cookies.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon to the latte for a spiced twist.
- Let the cookies cool completely to maintain their crunch.
