Chocolate Almond Milk Latte
I whip this up when I’m feeling like treating myself to something fabulous without the lactose guilt. Imagine cozying up with this latte on a rainy Portland afternoon, while I bask in the warmth of my own culinary genius. It’s like a hug in a cup, but with a cocoa twist. Trust me, your taste buds will send you thank-you notes.
Ingredients
- 1 shot of espresso or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or sweetener of choice
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: a pinch of sea salt for that extra je ne sais quoi
Instructions
- Heat Almond Milk: In a small saucepan, heat the almond milk over medium heat. Don’t let it boil—just get it steamy and happy.
- Mix Cocoa and Sweetener: In a separate small bowl, combine the cocoa powder and maple syrup (or your chosen sweetener). Stir until you have a smooth, chocolaty paste.
- Combine Cocoa Mixture: Add the cocoa mixture to the heated almond milk, whisking constantly until it’s fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt if you’re feeling fancy.
- Prepare Espresso: Brew a shot of espresso or make a strong coffee if you’re on a casual vibe. Pour it into your favorite mug.
- Add Chocolate Mixture: Pour the chocolate almond milk over the espresso. Give it a quick stir to blend everything together.
- Serve: Sip and enjoy. Feel free to bask in the glory of your creation, knowing you’ve just made something both sophisticated and sweet.