Strawberry latte recipe – So easy to make at home!

Are you looking to add a bit of sweetness and flavor to your morning (or anytime!) coffee? If so, strawberry latte is the perfect choice! This delicious coffee combines espresso, steamed milk and strawberries for a unique twist on the classic latte. Whether you’re an experienced barista or just getting started with making lattes at home, strawberry latte is sure to become one of your favorite drinks. So grab a cup of espresso and let’s get started!

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What is a strawberry latte

A strawberry latte is a type of espresso-based coffee drink that includes fresh strawberries and espresso with steamed milk and foam on top. While it looks and tastes great as it is, it can be customised in many ways. So simply add vanilla, chocolate powder or even ice for totally different and tasty lattes.

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What does a strawberry latte taste like 

If you love latte and you love strawberries, this is a drink you have to try. Even if you are not addicted to lattes, strawberry latte will win you over with its sweet tanginess, combined with strong coffee and velvety milk. Its combined ingredients go together so well because you have sweet and tangy strawberry, deep intense coffee and smooth creamy milk. What’s not to love?

Apart from tasting great, you get the smell of fresh strawberries and coffee. Plus you can top your latte however you want. So why not add some crushed hazelnuts or a drizzle of caramel sauce?

Best coffee beans for strawberry latte

Fresh ripe strawberries have so much flavor you can use a really strong dark roast espresso coffee, it you want. But I usually go for a less harsh coffee. It allows the strawberries and foamed milk to come through, without overpowering the coffee. Talk about having the best of everything!

Here are my current favorites, with a range of depth and strength for whatever mood you are in:

• Illy Classico Medium Roast – with tastes and aromas of caramel and chocolate
• Lavazza Super Crema light-medium roast espresso – super rich espresso with so much taste and aromas of hazelnuts and brown sugar.
• Kicking Horse Coffee Three Sisters Blend – with flavor and aromas of chocolate, dried fruit and coconut. Plus it’s fair-trade and organic!

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How to make a strawberry latte at home

You’ll love this super simple strawberry latte recipe. once you have made it the first time, you will be looking for any excuse to make it again!

Equipment

• 1 coffee maker or espresso machine
• 1 steam wand or milk frother or blender
• 1 Latte glass
• 1 spoon
• 1 Kitchen scales (optional)
• 1 Set of measuring spoons (optional)

Ingredients

• ¾ cup milk
• 1-2 shots espresso or 1/2 cup of strong coffee
• 3-4 strawberries ripe medium-large
• 1-2 tsp sugar (optional)
• 1 tbsp whipped cream (optional)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
• ½ tsp cocoa powder (optional)

Method

• Brew 1-2 shots of espresso
• chop or blend all but one of the strawberries
• heat the milk to 140°F (60°C), but don’t let it boil
• add any sugar and vanilla extract you want to use
• froth the milk to a creamy texture
• fold the mashed strawberries into the foamed milk
• pour gently over the espresso
• top with any (or all) of whipped cream, dusting of cocoa powder and slice of strawberry.
• Relax and enjoy!

Top tips for making strawberry latte at home

With an espresso machine

• Brew a 1-2 shots of espresso
• While the espresso is brewing, pour the milk into a jug, Add any sugar and vanilla extract to the milk and stir in.
• Use the steam wand on your espresso machine to heat and froth the milk.

Without an espresso machine

• Use your preferred coffee maker to brew a strong short coffee
• While the coffee is brewing, heat the milk in a sauce pan over medium heat, or in a microwave, until it reaches 140°F (60°C). Do not let it boil.
• Pour the milk into a blender or bowl. Add any sugar and vanilla extract to the milk and stir in.
• Use a milk frother or blender to build a smooth creamy texture

Finishing your strawberry latte

• Finely chop, or mash 2-3 ripe strawberries and fold them through the foamed milk. Remeber to hold back one of the bigger ripest strawberries.
• Pour the espresso into a latte glass, then gently pour in the milk. Hold back the foam to gently layer on top.
• For a luxurious finish, dust with some cocoa powder and put a big slice of the final strawberry on top.
• Serve hoy and enjoy!

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• Be sure to choose good quality fresh espresso beans to create the base of your strawberry latte.
• Select juicy, ripe strawberries for optimal flavor and make sure you have enough to both blend into the frothed milk and as a topping for your latte.
• Take the strawberries out of the fridge in advance. I leave them for at least an hour to get to room temperature. Like all fruit, strawberries don’t give their full flavor when chilled.
• You can use whatever milk you prefer. If you like dairy milk, check out my review of the best dairy milks. Otherwise i have a great review of the best non-dairy milks you can use.
• If you want to really treat yourself, you can add a spoon of whipped cream to the top. Better yet, pipe the cream. Then finish with a slice of strawberry.

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Different types of latte

Here are some more latte ideas you will want to try:

• Vanilla Latte – Made with espresso, steamed milk and vanilla extract for a delicious and creamy latte.
• Mocha Latte – Combines espresso with chocolate powder and steamed milk for an indulgent coffee.
• Honey Latte – espresso mixed with honey plus foamy milk combine to make a latte that’s both sweet and comforting at the same time!
• Oat milk latte – all the creaminess of a regular latte with rich and foamy oat milk replacing dairy.

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