The iced latte was born in the United States as a refreshing evolution of the Italian latte for hot climates. Coffee chains popularized it as an affordable summer drink. Today it is a staple of home coffee shops and offices with espresso or mocha.
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Homemade iced latte
Homemade iced latte with espresso, cold milk and ice in marbled layers.
- USA
- Starter
- Vegetarian
- Light
- Low fat
- easy
5 min
Tiempo de Preparación
1
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 120 kcal
- Protein 6 g
- Fiber 0 g
- Carbohydrates 12 g
- Fat 5 g
- Sodium 95 mg
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Preparation
Homemade iced latte is an American preparation with easy difficulty. Reserve about 5 minutes in total (5 for mise en place and preparation, 0 for cooking). Follow the 7 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 30 ml of freshly brewed espresso or very concentrated coffee.
- Have ready: 200 ml of cold whole milk.
- Have ready: Ice cubes.
- Have ready: 1 teaspoon vanilla syrup.
- Have ready: 1 teaspoon of sugar optional.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Prepare a double espresso or very concentrated filtered coffee and leave…
Prepare a double espresso or very concentrated filtered coffee and let it cool for 2 minutes.
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Fill a 350 ml tall glass with ice to the brim
Fill a 350 ml tall glass with ice to the brim.
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Pour the cold milk over the ice allowing it to settle at the base.
Pour the cold milk over the ice, allowing it to settle at the base.
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Add vanilla syrup and sugar to the milk; stir gently
Add vanilla syrup and sugar to the milk; stir gently.
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Pour the hot espresso slowly over it to create an effect…
Pour the hot espresso slowly over the top to create a marbled effect.
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Sprinkle cinnamon or cocoa and serve with a reusable straw
Sprinkle cinnamon or cocoa and serve with a reusable straw.
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Stir before drinking to balance intensity and creaminess
Stir before drinking to balance intensity and creaminess.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Version with unsweetened almond milk.
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