Hazelnut Latte 🌰☕ Nutty, Creamy, and Comfortingly Rich
— A Homemade Classic With Café-Level Flavor
This Hazelnut Latte is smooth, warm, and just sweet enough — the perfect blend of bold coffee, creamy milk, and cozy hazelnut essence. It’s easy to make at home with just a few ingredients and totally customizable to suit your style, whether you like it strong, sweet, or dairy-free.
Ingredients (Serves 1)
- 1 shot espresso or ½ cup strong brewed coffee
- ¾ cup milk of choice (dairy, oat, almond, or cashew)
- 1–2 tsp hazelnut syrup or ¼–½ tsp hazelnut extract + sweetener of choice
- Optional: whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, or chopped toasted hazelnuts
Instructions
Step 1: Brew the Coffee
- Brew 1 shot of espresso or use ½ cup strong hot coffee (Moka pot or French press works great).
Step 2: Heat and Froth the Milk
- In a small saucepan or milk frother, heat the milk until steaming (not boiling).
- Add hazelnut syrup or extract and sweetener to the milk while heating.
- Froth the milk if desired for a true latte texture.
Step 3: Assemble the Latte
- Pour the brewed coffee into your favorite mug.
- Slowly add the hazelnut-infused milk, holding back foam if frothing.
- Spoon the foam on top and garnish with whipped cream, drizzle, or toasted nuts if desired.
Flavor Variations
🍫 Hazelnut Mocha
- Add 1 tsp cocoa powder or chocolate syrup to the milk
- Top with chocolate shavings
🍯 Honey Hazelnut
- Use honey as sweetener and add a pinch of cinnamon
🧂 Salted Hazelnut Caramel
- Use caramel syrup + hazelnut extract + pinch of sea salt
Pro Tips
- Hazelnut extract is potent — start with ¼ tsp and adjust to taste
- Use barista-style oat milk or cashew milk for extra creaminess if dairy-free
- Want a stronger drink? Use 2 shots of espresso or more concentrated coffee
- Froth your milk with a handheld frother, blender, or French press for a silky finish
Final Thoughts
The Hazelnut Latte is rich, mellow, and nutty — a timeless coffeehouse favorite you can easily recreate at home. Whether you’re craving a cozy morning moment or a sweet afternoon lift, this latte delivers warmth and indulgence in every sip.
Brew bold. Blend nutty. Sip slow. 🌰☕
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