Description
Enjoy a refreshing Cherry Vanilla Iced Latte, a dairy-free summer treat combining homemade cherry syrup, strong brewed coffee, and vanilla almond milk for a deliciously fruity and creamy iced beverage perfect for warm days.
Ingredients
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Syrup Ingredients
- 2 cups Cherries (Frozen cherries work great)
- 1 cup Sugar or Monk Fruit (Use monk fruit for a low-calorie option)
- 1 cup Water (Essential for cooking down the cherries)
Beverage Ingredients
- 2 cups Strong Brewed Coffee (Regular, decaf, or coffee alternative)
- 2 cups Vanilla Almond Milk (Dairy-free and enhances flavor)
- 1/2 cup Vanilla Almond Creamer (Optional for extra creaminess)
- 1/2 cup Homemade Cherry Simple Syrup (Adjust sweetness to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare Cherry Syrup: In a pot over medium heat, combine the cherries, water, and sugar or monk fruit. Simmer for 5 minutes while stirring and pressing the cherries to release their juice and thicken the mixture. Then strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a glass container and let it cool completely.
- Assemble Latte: Fill a glass with ice and pour in the desired amount of the cooled cherry syrup. Froth the vanilla almond milk and optional vanilla almond creamer using a milk frother or whisk until creamy and slightly foamy.
- Combine and Serve: Pour the frothed almond milk mixture over the ice and cherry syrup, then gently add the brewed coffee on top. Stir gently to combine all the flavors. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing cherry vanilla iced latte.
Notes
- Frozen cherries can be used to make the syrup and are convenient year-round.
- Monk fruit is a great sugar substitute for a lower-calorie and diabetic-friendly version.
- Adjust the amount of cherry simple syrup to your desired sweetness preference.
- Vanilla almond creamer is optional for added creaminess but can be omitted for a lighter drink.
- Use decaffeinated coffee or coffee alternatives for a caffeine-free option.
